CVE-2007-1904
First published: Tue Apr 10 2007(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 5.9 and earlier, and ICQ 5.1 and probably earlier, allows user-assisted remote attackers to write files to arbitrary locations via a .. (dot dot) in a filename in a file transfer operation.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ICQ | <=5.1 | |
| AOL Instant Messenger | <=5.9.3861 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=508
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/23391
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017890
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017891
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24747
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24803
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/1306
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/1307
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/33538
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-1904?
CVE-2007-1904 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation in a user-assisted context.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1904?
To mitigate CVE-2007-1904, users should upgrade to the latest versions of AOL Instant Messenger or ICQ that are not affected by this vulnerability.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2007-1904?
CVE-2007-1904 affects AOL Instant Messenger versions up to 5.9 and ICQ versions up to 5.1.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2007-1904?
CVE-2007-1904 allows remote attackers to exploit directory traversal to write files to arbitrary locations on a victim's system.
Is user assistance required for CVE-2007-1904 exploitation?
Yes, CVE-2007-1904 requires user assistance, meaning that the attack typically requires the victim to perform actions that facilitate the exploitation.
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