CVE-2004-0636
HighSummary
Buffer overflow vulnerability in the goaway function in the aim:goaway URI handler for AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 5.5, including version 5.5.3595, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long Away message.
Risk Assessment
The risk to the organization is the possibility of remote code execution on a user's system running a vulnerable version of AIM, which could lead to data theft or further propagation of the attack within the network.
Recommendation
It is recommended to immediately update AOL Instant Messenger to the latest available version or apply a security patch from the vendor, and consider disabling the aim:goaway URI handler if not required.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Buffer overflow in the goaway function in the aim:goaway URI handler for AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 5.5, including 5.5.3595, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long Away message.