CVE-2008-5279
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CVE-2008-5279 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Local ZIM Server (zcs.exe) in Zilab Chat and Instant Messaging (ZIM) Server 2.1 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) heap-based buffer overflows involving multiple vectors including a long room name and a long source account, and (2) a stack-based buffer overflow with a long username in an information request. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.. EPSS estimates a 5.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Local ZIM Server (zcs.exe) in Zilab Chat and Instant Messaging (ZIM) Server 2.1 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) heap-based buffer overflows involving multiple vectors including a long room name and a long source account, and (2) a stack-based buffer overflow with a long username in an information request. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zilab | Zim Server | <= 2.1 |
| Zilab | Zim Server | 2.0 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29062Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29062Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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