Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Skype for Windows 1.1.x.0 through 1.4.x.83 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) callto:// and (2) skype:// links, or (3) a non-standard VCARD, possibly due to an underlying error in the SysUtils.WideFmtStr Delphi routine.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 1.1.0.61 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17305/
- http://skype.com/security/skype-sb-2005-02.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/668193US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/930345US Government Resource
- http://www.pentest.co.uk/documents/ptl-2005-01.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15190
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/2197
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/22848
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17305/
- http://skype.com/security/skype-sb-2005-02.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/668193US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/930345US Government Resource
- http://www.pentest.co.uk/documents/ptl-2005-01.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15190
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/2197
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-3265?
CVE-2005-3265 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in Skype for Windows 1.1.x.0 through 1.4.x.83 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) callto:// and (2) skype:// links, or (3) a non-standard VCARD, possibly due to a...
How severe is CVE-2005-3265?
CVE-2005-3265 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-3265?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Skype Technologies Skype.