CVE-2002-0032: High severity Yahoo Messenger vulnerability
Published Jul 26, 2002
·Updated
Yahoo! Messenger 5,0,0,1064 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary script as other users via the addview parameter of a ymsgr URI.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Yahoo Messenger=5.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Jul 26, 2002
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 2, 2003
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-2002-0032?
CVE-2002-0032 is considered a critical vulnerability allowing remote code execution.
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How do I fix CVE-2002-0032?
To fix CVE-2002-0032, update Yahoo! Messenger to version 5.0.0.1065 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2002-0032?
CVE-2002-0032 affects users of Yahoo! Messenger version 5.0.0.1064 and earlier.
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What type of attack does CVE-2002-0032 enable?
CVE-2002-0032 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary scripts as other users.
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When was CVE-2002-0032 disclosed?
CVE-2002-0032 was disclosed in early 2002.