59369 : AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) sipXtapi.dll RTP Extension Length Header Remote Overflow
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Timeline

Disclosure Date
2008-06-10

Description

AOL AIM is prone to an overflow condition. The sipXtapi.dll fails to properly sanitize user-supplied input resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted voice or video link, a remote attacker can potentially execute arbitrary code with the privileges of a user running the software.

Classification

Location: Remote / Network Access, Local / Remote
Attack Type: Input Manipulation
Impact: Loss of Integrity
Solution: Upgrade
Exploit: Exploit Public
Disclosure: Vendor Verified

Solution

Upgrade to version 6.8.7.7 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.

Products

America Online, Inc.

Instant Messenger

Prior to 6.8.7.7

References

Secunia Advisory ID: 37143
Related OSVDB ID: 59368
Vendor URL: http://www.juniper.net/security/auto/vulnerabilities/vuln36849.html
Generic Informational URL: http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-08-097/

Tools & Filters

	42304

Credit

wushi - Zero Day Initiative (ZDI)

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