Vulnerability Description
Unspecified vulnerability in AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 5.9.3861 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (client crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code by tricking the user into requesting Buddy Info about a long screen name, which might cause a buffer overflow.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Aol | Instant Messenger | 5.9.3861 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2006-01/0948.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/423906/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/423920/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24362
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2006-01/0948.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/423906/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/423920/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24362
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-0629?
CVE-2006-0629 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). Unspecified vulnerability in AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 5.9.3861 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (client crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code by tricking the ...
How severe is CVE-2006-0629?
CVE-2006-0629 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-0629?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Aol Instant Messenger.