CVE-2002-0591
First published: Tue Jun 11 2002(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 4.8 beta and earlier allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files and execute commands via a Direct Connection with an IMG tag with a SRC attribute that specifies the target filename.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| AOL AIM Triton | =4.0 | |
| AOL AIM Triton | =4.1 | |
| AOL AIM Triton | =4.2 | |
| AOL AIM Triton | =4.3 | |
| AOL AIM Triton | =4.4 | |
| AOL AIM Triton | =4.5 | |
| AOL AIM Triton | =4.6 | |
| AOL AIM Triton | =4.7 | |
| AOL AIM Triton | =4.8_beta |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0591?
CVE-2002-0591 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0591?
To fix CVE-2002-0591, upgrade to a version of AOL Instant Messenger later than 4.8 beta.
What software is affected by CVE-2002-0591?
CVE-2002-0591 affects AOL Instant Messenger versions 4.0 through 4.8 beta.
Can CVE-2002-0591 allow arbitrary file creation?
Yes, CVE-2002-0591 allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files on the vulnerable system.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2002-0591?
CVE-2002-0591 is associated with a directory traversal attack via a Direct Connection in AIM.
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