CVE-2008-5179: Medium severity microsoft office communications server vulnerability
Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Office Communications Server (OCS), Office Communicator, and Windows Live Messenger allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted Real-time Transport Control Protocol (RTCP) receiver report packet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-5179?
CVE-2008-5179 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service, potentially crashing the affected applications.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5179?
To mitigate CVE-2008-5179, ensure that you apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for Office Communications Server, Office Communicator, and Windows Live Messenger.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-5179?
CVE-2008-5179 affects Microsoft Office Communications Server, Office Communicator, and Windows Live Messenger.
Can CVE-2008-5179 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-5179 can be exploited remotely through crafted Real-time Transport Control Protocol receiver report packets.
What are the consequences of an exploit for CVE-2008-5179?
Exploiting CVE-2008-5179 can lead to a denial of service condition, causing the affected software to crash and become unavailable.