Vulnerability Description
The pidgin_conv_chat_rename_user function in gtkconv.c in Pidgin before 2.10.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) by changing a nickname while in an XMPP chat room.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pidgin | Pidgin | <= 2.10.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://developer.pidgin.im/ticket/14392
- http://developer.pidgin.im/viewmtn/revision/diff/10ead4688e3af4132d454fa3bc24148
- http://developer.pidgin.im/viewmtn/revision/info/d1d77da56217f3a083e1d459bef054d
- http://pidgin.im/news/security/?id=60Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:029
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://developer.pidgin.im/ticket/14392
- http://developer.pidgin.im/viewmtn/revision/diff/10ead4688e3af4132d454fa3bc24148
- http://developer.pidgin.im/viewmtn/revision/info/d1d77da56217f3a083e1d459bef054d
- http://pidgin.im/news/security/?id=60Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2012:029
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-4939?
CVE-2011-4939 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The pidgin_conv_chat_rename_user function in gtkconv.c in Pidgin before 2.10.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) by changing a nickn...
How severe is CVE-2011-4939?
CVE-2011-4939 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-4939?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Pidgin Pidgin.