CVE-2005-3433: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Nov 02 2005(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in Mirabilis ICQ 2003a allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code by convincing a user to enter long strings into the First Name and Last Name fields.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CenterICQ | =2002a_build3728 | |
| CenterICQ | =2003a_build3800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3433?
CVE-2005-3433 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to potential arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3433?
To fix CVE-2005-3433, users should upgrade to a patched version of ICQ that is not vulnerable to this buffer overflow.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2005-3433?
CVE-2005-3433 affects Mirabilis ICQ versions 2002a build 3728 and 2003a build 3800.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2005-3433?
CVE-2005-3433 is associated with a user-assisted attack requiring the user to input long strings.
Can CVE-2005-3433 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2005-3433 requires user interaction, so it cannot be exploited remotely without user assistance.
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