CVE-2005-3983

CVE-2005-3983 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Systems Insight Manager with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Unknown vulnerability in the login page for HP Systems Insight Manager (SIM) 4.0 and 4.1, when accessed by Microsoft Internet Explorer with the MS04-025 patch, leads to a denial of service (browser hang). NOTE: although the advisory is vague, this issue does not appear to involve an attacker at all. If not, then this issue is not a vulnerability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-3983?
Unknown vulnerability in the login page for HP Systems Insight Manager (SIM) 4.0 and 4.1, when accessed by Microsoft Internet Explorer with the MS04-025 patch, leads to a denial of service (browser hang). NOTE: although the advisory is vague, this issue does not appear to involve an attacker at all. If not, then this issue is not a vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2005-3983?
CVE-2005-3983 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-3983 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-3983?
CVE-2005-3983 primarily affects Hp Systems Insight Manager. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3983?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2005-3983 published?
CVE-2005-3983 was published on 2005-12-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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