What is the severity of CVE-2007-5542?

CVE-2007-5542 is a critical vulnerability that allows remote code execution due to a stack-based buffer overflow.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5542?

To fix CVE-2007-5542, update Miranda IM to a version later than 0.6.8 that addresses this vulnerability.

What software is affected by CVE-2007-5542?

CVE-2007-5542 specifically affects Miranda IM version 0.6.8.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-5542?

CVE-2007-5542 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

Can CVE-2007-5542 lead to data breaches?

Yes, CVE-2007-5542 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to severe data breaches.

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CVE-2007-5542

critical

9.3

CWE

119

18/3/2009

16/9/2024

CVE-2007-5542: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Mar 18 2009(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in Miranda IM 0.6.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Yahoo! Messenger packet. NOTE: this might overlap CVE-2007-5590.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Miranda IM	=0.6.8

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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26115

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-5542?
CVE-2007-5542 is a critical vulnerability that allows remote code execution due to a stack-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5542?
To fix CVE-2007-5542, update Miranda IM to a version later than 0.6.8 that addresses this vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2007-5542?
CVE-2007-5542 specifically affects Miranda IM version 0.6.8.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-5542?
CVE-2007-5542 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2007-5542 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2007-5542 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to severe data breaches.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-5542?
CVE-2007-5542 is a critical vulnerability that allows remote code execution due to a stack-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5542?
To fix CVE-2007-5542, update Miranda IM to a version later than 0.6.8 that addresses this vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2007-5542?
CVE-2007-5542 specifically affects Miranda IM version 0.6.8.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-5542?
CVE-2007-5542 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2007-5542 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2007-5542 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to severe data breaches.