Vulnerability Description
Talkative IRC v0.4.4.16 is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow when processing specially crafted response strings sent to a connected client. An attacker can exploit this flaw by sending an overly long message that overflows a fixed-length buffer, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution in the context of the vulnerable process. This vulnerability is exploitable remotely and does not require authentication.
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/master/modules/exp
- https://web.archive.org/web/20090116203306/http://www.talkative-irc.com/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/16459
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8227
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/talkative-irc-response-buffer-overflow
- https://www.zeroscience.mk/en/vulnerabilities/ZSL-2009-4909.php
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/master/modules/exp
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/16459
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8227
- https://www.zeroscience.mk/en/vulnerabilities/ZSL-2009-4909.php
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-20007?
CVE-2009-20007 is a documented vulnerability. Talkative IRC v0.4.4.16 is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow when processing specially crafted response strings sent to a connected client. An attacker can exploit this flaw by sending an ov...
How severe is CVE-2009-20007?
CVSS scoring is not yet available for CVE-2009-20007. Check NVD for updates.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-20007?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.