CVE Catalog

CVE-2003-0288

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Buffer overflow in the file & folder transfer mechanism for IP Messenger for Win versions 2.00 through 2.02 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via file with a long filename, which triggers the overflow when the user saves the file.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to remotely execute code on the victim's system, potentially leading to data loss or system takeover.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update IP Messenger to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability and to monitor systems for unauthorized activities.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in the file & folder transfer mechanism for IP Messenger for Win 2.00 through 2.02 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via file with a long filename, which triggers the overflow when the user saves the file.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS