CVE-2005-0562: High severity Microsoft MSN Messenger vulnerability
Published Apr 12, 2005
·Updated
GIF file validation error in MSN Messenger 6.2 allows remote attackers in a user's contact list to execute arbitrary code via a GIF image with an improper height and width.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft MSN Messenger=6.2
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 12, 2005
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 13, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0562?
The severity of CVE-2005-0562 is considered high due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-0562?
To fix CVE-2005-0562, update to a version of MSN Messenger that is not vulnerable, specifically any version later than 6.2.
3
What type of attack does CVE-2005-0562 enable?
CVE-2005-0562 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the victim's machine.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2005-0562?
Users of Microsoft MSN Messenger version 6.2 are affected by CVE-2005-0562.
5
What is the cause of CVE-2005-0562?
CVE-2005-0562 is caused by a validation error in processing GIF files within MSN Messenger.