MSN (Microsoft Network) Messenger GIF image code execution
| msn-messenger-gif-execute-code (19950) |  High Risk |
Description:
MSN (Microsoft Network) Messenger could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code caused by improper bounds checking of user-supplied input in the width and height fields of a GIF image file. If a remote attacker could convince a victim to add the attacker to their contacts list, the attacker could send a specially-crafted GIF image, possibly in the form of an emoticon or display picture, to execute arbitrary code on the system.
Consequences:
Gain Access
Remedy:
Apply the appropriate patch for your system, as listed in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS05-022. See References.
References:
- CIAC INFORMATION BULLETIN P-175: Vulnerability in MSN Messenger (896597).
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS05-022: Vulnerability in MSN Messenger Could Lead to Remote Code Execution (896597).
- BID-13114: Microsoft MSN Messenger GIF Image Processing Remote Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
- CVE-2005-0562: GIF file validation error in MSN Messenger 6.2 allows remote attackers in a user's contact list to execute arbitrary code via a GIF image with an improper height and width.
- SA14915: Microsoft MSN Messenger GIF Image Processing Vulnerability
- US-CERT VU#633446: Microsoft MSN Messenger GIF processing buffer overflow
Platforms Affected:
- Microsoft MSN Messenger 6.2
Reported:
Apr 12, 2005
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