Vulnerability Description
ICQ 7 does not verify the authenticity of updates, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file that is fetched through an automatic-update mechanism.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Icq | Icq | 7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/70486
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/680540US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/515724/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/45805
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/64711
- http://osvdb.org/70486
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/680540US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/515724/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/45805
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/64711
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0487?
CVE-2011-0487 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). ICQ 7 does not verify the authenticity of updates, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file that is fetched through an automatic-update mechanism.
How severe is CVE-2011-0487?
CVE-2011-0487 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-0487?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Icq Icq.