REDHAT-BUG-665421: Null Pointer Dereference
A NULL pointer dereference flaw was found in the Pidgin MSN DirectConnect protocol implementation, by processing certain P2P messages. A remote, authenticated user could use this flaw to cause denial of service (Pidgin crash).
Acknowledgements:
Red Hat would like to thank the Pidgin project for reporting this issue. Upstream acknowledges Stu Tomlinson as the original reporter.
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Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-665421?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-665421 is considered critical due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-665421?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-665421, update Pidgin to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What impact does REDHAT-BUG-665421 have on Pidgin users?
Users of Pidgin could experience crashes or denial of service when processing specific P2P messages due to REDHAT-BUG-665421.
Is my system vulnerable to REDHAT-BUG-665421?
If you are using an affected version of Pidgin, your system is vulnerable to REDHAT-BUG-665421.
Who can exploit REDHAT-BUG-665421?
A remote, authenticated user could exploit REDHAT-BUG-665421 to crash the Pidgin application.