Vulnerability Description
Gadu-Gadu 7.20 does not properly handle MS-DOS device names in filenames, which allows remote attackers to (1) cause a denial of service (hang) via an image filename of AUX: sent twice (hang), or (2) write to the LPT1 port via a filename of "LPT1:".
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gadu-Gadu | Gadu-Gadu Instant Messenger | 7.20 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2005-11/0658.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=113261573023912&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17597/ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/21015
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15520/
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/23148
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2005-11/0658.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=113261573023912&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17597/ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/21015
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15520/
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/23148
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-3887?
CVE-2005-3887 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). Gadu-Gadu 7.20 does not properly handle MS-DOS device names in filenames, which allows remote attackers to (1) cause a denial of service (hang) via an image filename of AUX: sent twice (hang), or (2) ...
How severe is CVE-2005-3887?
CVE-2005-3887 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-3887?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gadu-Gadu Gadu-Gadu Instant Messenger.