CVE-2007-3148: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Jun 11 2007(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the Yahoo! Webcam Viewer ActiveX control in ywcvwr.dll 2.0.1.4 for Yahoo! Messenger 8.1.0.249 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long server property value to the receive method.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Yahoo Messenger | =8.1.0.249 | |
| Yahoo Messenger | =8.0.1 | |
| Yahoo Messenger | =8.0 | |
| Yahoo Messenger | =2.0.1.4 | |
| Yahoo Messenger | =8.0_2005.1.1.4 | |
| Yahoo Messenger | =8.0.0.863 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2007-June/063819.html
- http://research.eeye.com/html/advisories/published/AD20070608.html
- http://research.eeye.com/html/advisories/upcoming/20070605.html
- http://messenger.yahoo.com/security_update.php?id=060707
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/932217
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24355
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018204
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25547
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24341
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018203
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2094
- http://osvdb.org/37081
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/34759
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/4043
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/470861/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-3148?
CVE-2007-3148 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3148?
To mitigate CVE-2007-3148, users should update to a patched version of Yahoo Messenger that addresses this buffer overflow issue.
Which versions of Yahoo Messenger are affected by CVE-2007-3148?
CVE-2007-3148 affects Yahoo Messenger versions 8.1.0.249, 8.0.1, 8.0, and earlier versions including 2.0.1.4.
Who can exploit CVE-2007-3148?
CVE-2007-3148 can be exploited by remote attackers who send specially crafted server property values.
What can happen if CVE-2007-3148 is exploited?
If CVE-2007-3148 is successfully exploited, it can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the victim's machine.
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