CVE-1999-0672: Buffer Overflow
Buffer overflow in Fujitsu Chocoa IRC client via IRC channel topics.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
Fujitsu Chocoafrom your environment.Uninstall the Fujitsu Chocoa IRC client until a vendor patch or fixed version is available to mitigate the buffer overflow via IRC channel topics.
- Compensating control
Restrict or block IRC traffic at network perimeter or host-based firewalls and prevent clients from joining untrusted IRC channels to reduce exposure to malicious channel topics that trigger the buffer overflow.
- Operational
Monitor vendor communications for a security advisory or patch for Fujitsu Chocoa and apply the vendor-supplied fix as soon as it becomes available.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0672?
CVE-1999-0672 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0672?
To fix CVE-1999-0672, upgrade the Fujitsu Chocoa IRC client to a version beyond 1.0beta7r that addresses this buffer overflow issue.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0672?
The affected system for CVE-1999-0672 is Fujitsu Chocoa IRC client version 1.0beta7r.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-0672?
CVE-1999-0672 is identified as a buffer overflow vulnerability, which can be exploited through crafted IRC channel topics.
Can CVE-1999-0672 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0672 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.