Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in the logging function in the IM Server (aka IMserve or IMserver) in Ipswitch Instant Messaging (IM) 2.0.8.1 and earlier allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) and possibly have unspecified other impact via format string specifiers in an IP address field.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ipswitch | Imserver | <= 2.0.8.1 |
| Ipswitch | Instant Messaging | <= 2.0.8.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://aluigi.altervista.org/adv/ipsimene-adv.txt
- http://aluigi.org/poc/ipsimene.zip
- 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/27677
- http://aluigi.altervista.org/adv/ipsimene-adv.txt
- http://aluigi.org/poc/ipsimene.zip
- 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/27677
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0945?
CVE-2008-0945 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.5 (LOW). Format string vulnerability in the logging function in the IM Server (aka IMserve or IMserver) in Ipswitch Instant Messaging (IM) 2.0.8.1 and earlier allows remote authenticated users to cause a denia...
How severe is CVE-2008-0945?
CVE-2008-0945 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-0945?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ipswitch Imserver, Ipswitch Instant Messaging.