CVE-2002-1698: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in Microsoft MSN Messenger Service 1.0 through 4.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a long FN (font) argument in the message header.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Messenger | =1.0 | |
| Microsoft Messenger | =2.0 | |
| Microsoft Messenger | =2.2 | |
| Microsoft Messenger | =3.0 | |
| Microsoft Messenger | =3.6 | |
| Microsoft Messenger | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Messenger | =4.5 | |
| Microsoft Messenger | =4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1698?
CVE-2002-1698 is considered to have a high severity due to its ability to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1698?
To fix CVE-2002-1698, it is recommended to upgrade to a later version of Microsoft MSN Messenger that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the affected versions of Microsoft MSN Messenger in CVE-2002-1698?
The affected versions in CVE-2002-1698 include Microsoft MSN Messenger versions 1.0 through 4.6.
What type of attack does CVE-2002-1698 allow?
CVE-2002-1698 allows remote attackers to initiate a buffer overflow that causes the application to crash.
Is there any workaround for CVE-2002-1698?
A potential workaround for CVE-2002-1698 is to restrict the use of MSN Messenger until an upgrade can be performed.
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