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CVE-2002-1953

UnknownEPSS 1.87%

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CVE-2002-1953 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap-based buffer overflow in the goim handler of AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 4.4 through 4.8.2616 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via escaping of the screen name parameter, which triggers the overflow when the user selects "Get Info" on the buddy.. EPSS estimates a 1.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in the goim handler of AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 4.4 through 4.8.2616 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via escaping of the screen name parameter, which triggers the overflow when the user selects "Get Info" on the buddy.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.87%

76.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
AolInstant Messenger4.4
AolInstant Messenger4.5
AolInstant Messenger4.6
AolInstant Messenger4.7
AolInstant Messenger4.7.2480
AolInstant Messenger4.8.2616
AolInstant Messenger4.8.2646

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-1953?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the goim handler of AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 4.4 through 4.8.2616 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via escaping of the screen name parameter, which triggers the overflow when the user selects "Get Info" on the buddy.
How severe is CVE-2002-1953?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1953 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1953?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST