Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Yahoo Instant Messenger 5.6.0.1351 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long filename in the download feature.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Yahoo | Messenger | <= 5.6.0.1351 |
References
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2004-January/015334.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107357996802255&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10573
- http://www.osvdb.org/3437
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9383
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1008651
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/14171
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2004-January/015334.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107357996802255&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10573
- http://www.osvdb.org/3437
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9383
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1008651
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/14171
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0043?
CVE-2004-0043 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in Yahoo Instant Messenger 5.6.0.1351 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long filename in the download f...
How severe is CVE-2004-0043?
CVE-2004-0043 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-0043?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Yahoo Messenger.