CVE-2001-0233: Buffer Overflow
Published Mar 26, 2001
·Updated
Buffer overflow in micq client 0.4.6 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service, and possibly execute arbitrary commands, via a long Description field.
Affected Software
6 affected components
Matthew Smith Micq<=0.4.6
Debian Debian Linux=2.2
redhat Linux=7.0
redhat Linux=6.1
redhat Linux=6.2
redhat Linux=6.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Mar 26, 2001
CVE Published
05:00 AM
May 7, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0233?
CVE-2001-0233 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
2
How can I mitigate CVE-2001-0233?
To mitigate CVE-2001-0233, you should upgrade the micq client to version 0.4.7 or later.
3
Which versions of micq are affected by CVE-2001-0233?
CVE-2001-0233 affects micq client version 0.4.6 and earlier.
4
Is CVE-2001-0233 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2001-0233 is exploitable remotely through a long Description field.
5
What systems are susceptible to CVE-2001-0233?
Systems running micq client 0.4.6 or earlier, particularly on Debian and Red Hat Linux versions mentioned, are susceptible to CVE-2001-0233.