CVE-2002-0005: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 31, 2002
·Updated
Buffer overflow in AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 4.7.2480, 4.8.2616, and other versions allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argument in a game request (AddGame).
Affected Software
8 affected components
AOL Instant Messenger=4.5
AOL Instant Messenger=4.3
AOL Instant Messenger=4.6
AOL Instant Messenger=4.3.2229
AOL Instant Messenger=4.8.2616
AOL Instant Messenger=4.7
AOL Instant Messenger=4.7.2480
AOL Instant Messenger=4.4
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Jan 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Mar 9, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0005?
CVE-2002-0005 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-0005?
To mitigate CVE-2002-0005, users should upgrade to a newer, unvulnerable version of AOL Instant Messenger.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2002-0005?
CVE-2002-0005 affects AOL Instant Messenger versions 4.3 to 4.8.2616.
4
Can CVE-2002-0005 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-0005 can be exploited remotely through a game request with a long argument.
5
What are the potential risks of CVE-2002-0005?
Exploitation of CVE-2002-0005 could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.