CVE-2007-5493
First published: Thu Oct 18 2007(Updated: )
The SMS handler for Windows Mobile 2005 Pocket PC Phone edition allows attackers to hide the sender field of an SMS message via a malformed WAP PUSH message that causes the PDU to be incorrectly decoded.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows Mobile Connectivity Tools | =2005 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5493?
CVE-2007-5493 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to potential risks of SMS message spoofing.
How does CVE-2007-5493 affect Windows Mobile devices?
CVE-2007-5493 allows attackers to hide the sender field of SMS messages on Windows Mobile 2005, misleading users.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5493?
To mitigate CVE-2007-5493, users should apply any available security patches for Windows Mobile 2005.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-5493?
Users of Microsoft Windows Mobile 2005 Pocket PC Phone edition are affected by CVE-2007-5493.
What is the attack vector for CVE-2007-5493?
The attack vector for CVE-2007-5493 involves delivering a malformed WAP PUSH message to a vulnerable Windows Mobile device.
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