Description
Buffer overflow in AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 4.7.2480, 4.8.2616, and other versions allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argument in a game request (AddGame).
Products
- AOL Instant Messenger 4.3.2229
 - AOL Instant Messenger 4.3
 - AOL Instant Messenger 4.4
 - AOL Instant Messenger 4.5
 - AOL Instant Messenger 4.6
 - AOL Instant Messenger 4.7.2480
 - AOL Instant Messenger 4.7
 - AOL Instant Messenger 4.8.2616
 
Questions to Ask Vendors
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2002-0005, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
 - What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2002-0005 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
 
Recommended Actions
- Check out the advisory links provided below.
 
References