Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in the ext_yahoo_contact_added function in yahoo.c in Miranda IM 0.7.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a Y7 Buddy Authorization packet with format string specifiers in the contact Yahoo! handle (who).
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Miranda-Im | Miranda Im | 0.7.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://miranda.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/miranda/trunk/miranda/protocols/Yahoo/
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27402PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2007-89/advisory/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26389
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3823
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/38362
- http://miranda.svn.sourceforge.net/viewvc/miranda/trunk/miranda/protocols/Yahoo/
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27402PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2007-89/advisory/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26389
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3823
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/38362
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-5396?
CVE-2007-5396 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Format string vulnerability in the ext_yahoo_contact_added function in yahoo.c in Miranda IM 0.7.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a Y7 Buddy Authorization packet with format str...
How severe is CVE-2007-5396?
CVE-2007-5396 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-5396?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Miranda-Im Miranda Im.