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CVE-2006-0629

UnknownEPSS 2.72%

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CVE-2006-0629 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unspecified vulnerability in AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 5.9.3861 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (client crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code by tricking the user into requesting Buddy Info about a long screen name, which might cause a buffer overflow.. EPSS estimates a 2.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 5.9.3861 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (client crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code by tricking the user into requesting Buddy Info about a long screen name, which might cause a buffer overflow.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.72%

84.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
AolInstant Messenger5.9.3861

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-0629?
Unspecified vulnerability in AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 5.9.3861 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (client crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code by tricking the user into requesting Buddy Info about a long screen name, which might cause a buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2006-0629?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-0629 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0629?
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