Description
The Buddy icon file for AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 4.3 through 5.5 is created in a predictable location, which may allow remote attackers to use a shell: URI to exploit other vulnerabilities that involve predictable locations.
Product(s):
- 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
- AOL Instant Messenger 4.8.2646
- AOL Instant Messenger 4.8.2790
- AOL Instant Messenger 5.0.2938
- AOL Instant Messenger 5.1.3036
- AOL Instant Messenger 5.2.3292
- AOL Instant Messenger 5.5.3415 Beta
- AOL Instant Messenger 5.5
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2004-2373, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2004-2373 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.