How severe is CVE-2005-4082?

CVE-2005-4082 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2005-4082 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-4082?

CVE-2005-4082 affects Qnx. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-4082?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2005-4082 published?

CVE-2005-4082 was published on 2005-12-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-4082

CVE-2005-4082 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Qnx with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 4.6)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (25th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Qnx
Published: 2005-12-08
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The dhcp.client program for QNX 4.25 vmware is setuid, possibly by default, which allows local users to modify the NIC configuration and conduct other attacks.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-4082?: The dhcp.client program for QNX 4.25 vmware is setuid, possibly by default, which allows local users to modify the NIC configuration and conduct other attacks.
How severe is CVE-2005-4082?: CVE-2005-4082 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-4082 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-4082?: CVE-2005-4082 affects Qnx. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4082?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-4082 published?: CVE-2005-4082 was published on 2005-12-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:qnx:qnx:4.25:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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