CVE-2009-0661
UnknownEPSS 3.10%
Last modified
CVE-2009-0661 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Wee Enhanced Environment for Chat (WeeChat) 0.2.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via an IRC PRIVMSG command containing crafted color codes that trigger an out-of-bounds read.. EPSS estimates a 3.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Wee Enhanced Environment for Chat (WeeChat) 0.2.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via an IRC PRIVMSG command containing crafted color codes that trigger an out-of-bounds read.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Flashtux | Weechat | 0.2.6 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34304Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34328Vendor Advisory
- http://weechat.flashtux.org/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0758Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34304Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34328Vendor Advisory
- http://weechat.flashtux.org/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0758Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2009-0661?
Wee Enhanced Environment for Chat (WeeChat) 0.2.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via an IRC PRIVMSG command containing crafted color codes that trigger an out-of-bounds read.
How severe is CVE-2009-0661?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-0661 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0661?
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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