Vulnerability Description
Ipswitch Instant Messaging (IM) 2.0.8.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL dereference and application crash) via a version field containing zero.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ipswitch | Instant Messaging | 2.0.8.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://aluigi.altervista.org/adv/ipsimene-adv.txtExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28824Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3697
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/487748/100/200/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27677Exploit
- http://aluigi.altervista.org/adv/ipsimene-adv.txtExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28824Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3697
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/487748/100/200/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27677Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0944?
CVE-2008-0944 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Ipswitch Instant Messaging (IM) 2.0.8.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL dereference and application crash) via a version field containing zero.
How severe is CVE-2008-0944?
CVE-2008-0944 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-2008-0944?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ipswitch Instant Messaging.