Vulnerability Description
QIP 2005 build 8082 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption and application hang) via a crafted Rich Text Format (RTF) ICQ message, as demonstrated by an {\rtf\pict\&&} message. NOTE: the vulnerability may be in Sergey Tkachenko TRichView. If so, then this should not be treated as a vulnerability in QIP.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Qip | Qip | 2005 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33851Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/51755
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/500656/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33609Exploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33851Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/51755
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/500656/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33609Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-0769?
CVE-2009-0769 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). QIP 2005 build 8082 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption and application hang) via a crafted Rich Text Format (RTF) ICQ message, as demonstrated by an {\rtf\pict\&&} m...
How severe is CVE-2009-0769?
CVE-2009-0769 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-0769?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Qip Qip.