CVE-2005-0243

Name: CVE-2005-0243
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-02-17T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.04%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-0243 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Yahoo! Messenger 6.0.0.1750, and possibly other versions before 6.0.0.1921, does not properly display long filenames in file dialog boxes, which could allow remote attackers to trick users into downloading and executing programs via file names containing a large number of spaces and multiple file extensions.. EPSS estimates a 1.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Yahoo! Messenger 6.0.0.1750, and possibly other versions before 6.0.0.1921, does not properly display long filenames in file dialog boxes, which could allow remote attackers to trick users into downloading and executing programs via file names containing a large number of spaces and multiple file extensions.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.04%

59.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Yahoo	Messenger	5.5
Yahoo	Messenger	5.6
Yahoo	Messenger	5.6.0.1351
Yahoo	Messenger	6.0
Yahoo	Messenger	6.0.0.1750

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/13712Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2005-2/advisory/Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/13712Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2005-2/advisory/Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 17, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-0243?

How severe is CVE-2005-0243?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0243 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0243?

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