Vulnerability in Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer Affects System Security
CVE-2004-2091

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Baseline Security Analyzer
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 February 2004

Summary

The Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA) 1.2 misidentifies systems that have been patched but remain exposed to vulnerabilities until a reboot occurs. This flaw may lead administrators to mistakenly believe that their systems are secure, thus increasing the risk of exploitation. Proper understanding of system states post-patching is critical for maintaining a secure IT environment.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9634
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http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/353324
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EPSS Score

14% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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