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Info |
Last Modified |
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Description |
A remote overflow exists in Gaim. Gaim fails to check that a received URL is shorter than 2048 bytes resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted request, an attacker can compromise the system 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 Unknown
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
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Solution |
Upgrade to version 0.82 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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gaim
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0.81 |
0.82 |
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Credit |
Unknown or Incomplete
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