Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the nim: protocol handler in Novell GroupWise Messenger 2.04 and earlier, and Novell Messenger 2.1.x and 2.2.x before 2.2.2, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an import command containing a long string in the filename parameter.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Novell | Groupwise Messenger | <= 2.0.4 |
| Novell | Messenger | <= 2.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.novell.com/support/kb/doc.php?id=7011935Vendor Advisory
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-13-036/
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=777352
- http://www.novell.com/support/kb/doc.php?id=7011935Vendor Advisory
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-13-036/
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=777352
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-1085?
CVE-2013-1085 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in the nim: protocol handler in Novell GroupWise Messenger 2.04 and earlier, and Novell Messenger 2.1.x and 2.2.x before 2.2.2, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary...
How severe is CVE-2013-1085?
CVE-2013-1085 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-2013-1085?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Novell Groupwise Messenger, Novell Messenger.