Vulnerability Description
Microsoft MSN Messenger allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a plaintext message containing the ".pif" string, which is interpreted as a malicious file extension and causes users to be kicked from a group conversation. NOTE: it has been reported that Gaim is also affected, so this may be an issue in the protocol or MSN servers.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Msn Messenger Service | All versions |
References
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014444ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.digitalparadox.org/viewadvisories.ah?view=45ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.messenger-blog.com/?p=146ExploitVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014444ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.digitalparadox.org/viewadvisories.ah?view=45ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.messenger-blog.com/?p=146ExploitVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2225?
CVE-2005-2225 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Microsoft MSN Messenger allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a plaintext message containing the ".pif" string, which is interpreted as a malicious file extension and causes users t...
How severe is CVE-2005-2225?
CVE-2005-2225 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2225?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Msn Messenger Service.