CVE-2004-0500: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Sep 02 2004(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the MSN protocol plugins (1) object.c and (2) slp.c for Gaim before 0.82 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via MSNSLP protocol messages that are not properly handled in a strncpy call.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Gaim | =0.71 | |
| Gaim | =0.10.3 | |
| Gaim | =0.61 | |
| Gaim | =0.53 | |
| Gaim | =0.73 | |
| Gaim | =0.60 | |
| Gaim | =0.69 | |
| Gaim | =0.52 | |
| Gaim | =0.72 | |
| Gaim | =0.65 | |
| Gaim | =0.59 | |
| Gaim | =0.62 | |
| Gaim | =0.74 | |
| Gaim | =0.51 | |
| Gaim | =0.56 | |
| Gaim | =0.54 | |
| Gaim | =0.55 | |
| Gaim | =0.68 | |
| Gaim | =0.67 | |
| Gaim | =0.10 | |
| Gaim | =0.59.1 | |
| Gaim | =0.70 | |
| Gaim | =0.50 | |
| Gaim | =0.66 | |
| Gaim | =0.63 | |
| Gaim | =0.64 | |
| Gaim | =0.58 | |
| Gaim | =0.75 | |
| Gaim | =0.57 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =9.2 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =9.2 | |
| Gentoo Linux | =1.4 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =10.0 | |
| Mandrake Linux | =10.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200408-12.xml
- http://www.fedoranews.org/updates/FEDORA-2004-278.shtml
- http://www.fedoranews.org/updates/FEDORA-2004-279.shtml
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200408-27.xml
- http://www.mandrakesecure.net/en/advisories/advisory.php?name=MDKSA-2004:081
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-400.html
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2004_25_gaim.html
- http://gaim.sourceforge.net/security/?id=0
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10865
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16920
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A9429
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0500?
CVE-2004-0500 has been classified as a potentially critical vulnerability due to the possibility of remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0500?
To fix CVE-2004-0500, upgrade to a version of Gaim that is 0.82 or later.
What potential impact does CVE-2004-0500 have on systems?
CVE-2004-0500 can lead to denial of service and may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Which versions of Gaim are affected by CVE-2004-0500?
Gaim versions prior to 0.82, including versions 0.10 to 0.74, are affected by CVE-2004-0500.
Does CVE-2004-0500 affect operating systems?
Yes, CVE-2004-0500 affects Gaim running on multiple operating systems including Gentoo and Mandrake Linux.
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