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Info |
Last Modified |
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Description |
A remote overflow exists in mIRC. It fails to validate nickname strings resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted request, an attacker can cause arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity.
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Classification |
Location:
Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Available
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Solution |
Upgrade to version 6.0 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.
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Products |
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mIRC
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5.0x |
5.1x |
5.2x |
5.3x |
5.4x |
5.5x |
5.6x |
2.x |
3.x |
4.x |
5.7x |
5.8x |
5.9 |
5.91 |
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Credit |
- James Martin - me
 uuuppz.com -
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BlogsProvided by Technorati
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