CVE-2009-3084: Input Validation
First published: Tue Sep 08 2009(Updated: )
The msn_slp_process_msg function in libpurple/protocols/msn/slpcall.c in the MSN protocol plugin in libpurple 2.6.0 and 2.6.1, as used in Pidgin before 2.6.2, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a handwritten (aka Ink) message, related to an uninitialized variable and the incorrect "UTF16-LE" charset name.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Pidgin | <=2.6.1 | |
| Pidgin | =2.0.0 | |
| Pidgin | =2.0.1 | |
| Pidgin | =2.0.2 | |
| Pidgin | =2.0.2 | |
| Pidgin | =2.1.0 | |
| Pidgin | =2.1.1 | |
| Pidgin | =2.2.0 | |
| Pidgin | =2.2.1 | |
| Pidgin | =2.2.2 | |
| Pidgin | =2.3.0 | |
| Pidgin | =2.3.1 | |
| Pidgin | =2.4.0 | |
| Pidgin | =2.4.0-32_bit | |
| Pidgin | =2.4.1 | |
| Pidgin | =2.4.1-32_bit | |
| Pidgin | =2.4.2 | |
| Pidgin | =2.4.2-32_bit | |
| Pidgin | =2.4.3 | |
| Pidgin | =2.4.3-32_bit | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.0 | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.0-32_bit | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.1 | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.2 | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.2-32_bit | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.3 | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.3-32_bit | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.4 | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.4-32_bit | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.5 | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.5-32_bit | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.6 | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.7 | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.8 | |
| Pidgin | =2.5.9 | |
| Pidgin | =2.6.0 | |
| Libpurple | =2.6.0 | |
| Libpurple | =2.6.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.pidgin.im/news/security/index.php?id=38
- http://developer.pidgin.im/viewmtn/revision/diff/92ce3e48744b40fb0fea89e3de5e44bedb100c07/with/567e16cbc46168f52482e5ec27626c48e7a5ba95/libpurple/protocols/msn/slpcall.c
- http://developer.pidgin.im/viewmtn/revision/info/567e16cbc46168f52482e5ec27626c48e7a5ba95
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36277
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36601
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6338
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3084?
CVE-2009-3084 has a severity rating associated with it due to its potential to cause a denial of service for affected versions of Pidgin.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3084?
To fix CVE-2009-3084, you should upgrade Pidgin to version 2.6.2 or later.
Which versions of Pidgin are affected by CVE-2009-3084?
CVE-2009-3084 affects Pidgin versions from 2.0.0 up to and including 2.6.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-3084?
CVE-2009-3084 is a denial of service vulnerability that leads to application crashes.
Can CVE-2009-3084 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-3084 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted messages.
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