CVE-2013-3980: Input Validation

Published May 26, 2014
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Updated

The Meeting Server in IBM Sametime 8.x through 8.5.2.1 and 9.x through 9.0.0.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (room unusability) by generating a large number of fictitious users to enter a meeting room.

Affected Software

12 affected components
IBM Sametime=8.0.0.0
IBM Sametime=8.0.1.0
IBM Sametime=8.0.1.1
IBM Sametime=8.0.2.0
IBM Sametime=8.0.2.1
IBM Sametime=8.5.0.0
IBM Sametime=8.5.1.0
IBM Sametime=8.5.1.1
IBM Sametime=8.5.2.0
IBM Sametime=8.5.2.1
IBM Sametime=9.0.0.0
IBM Sametime=9.0.0.1

Event History

May 26, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:29 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-3980?

CVE-2013-3980 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service in IBM Sametime applications.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-3980?

To fix CVE-2013-3980, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of IBM Sametime that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What versions of IBM Sametime are affected by CVE-2013-3980?

CVE-2013-3980 affects IBM Sametime versions 8.x through 8.5.2.1 and 9.x through 9.0.0.1.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2013-3980 enable?

CVE-2013-3980 enables remote attackers to cause denial of service by flooding a meeting room with fictitious users.

5

Is CVE-2013-3980 easy to exploit?

Yes, CVE-2013-3980 can be easily exploited by generating a large number of fictitious users to create room unusability.

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