Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in mIRC 6.12, when the DCC get dialog window has been minimized and the user opens the minimized window, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a long filename.
CVSS Score
4.3
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mirc | Mirc | 6.12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3303
- http://www.irchelp.org/irchelp/mirc/exploit.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/342179
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8880Exploit
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3303
- http://www.irchelp.org/irchelp/mirc/exploit.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/342179
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8880Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-1508?
CVE-2003-1508 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in mIRC 6.12, when the DCC get dialog window has been minimized and the user opens the minimized window, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a long filenam...
How severe is CVE-2003-1508?
CVE-2003-1508 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2003-1508?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mirc Mirc.