Vulnerability Description
GIF file validation error in MSN Messenger 6.2 allows remote attackers in a user's contact list to execute arbitrary code via a GIF image with an improper height and width.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Msn Messenger | 6.2 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14915/PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/633446PatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-102A.htmlPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-02
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/19950
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14915/PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/633446PatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-102A.htmlPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-02
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/19950
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0562?
CVE-2005-0562 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). GIF file validation error in MSN Messenger 6.2 allows remote attackers in a user's contact list to execute arbitrary code via a GIF image with an improper height and width.
How severe is CVE-2005-0562?
CVE-2005-0562 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-2005-0562?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Msn Messenger.