CVE Catalog

CVE-2005-0562

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

GIF file validation error in MSN Messenger 6.2 allows remote attackers in a user's contact list to execute arbitrary code via a GIF image with an improper height and width.

Risk Assessment

The risk involves potential takeover of the victim's system by an attacker from the contact list, which may lead to data theft, malware installation, or further spread of the attack within the network.

Recommendation

It is recommended to immediately update MSN Messenger to the latest available version and consider using alternative, more secure instant messaging applications.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

GIF file validation error in MSN Messenger 6.2 allows remote attackers in a user's contact list to execute arbitrary code via a GIF image with an improper height and width.

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