Skype URI buffer overflow
| skype-uri-bo (22848) |  High Risk |
Description:
Skype is vulnerable to a buffer overflow, caused by a vulnerability with Skype specific URI types (callto:// and skype://). A remote attacker could create a specially-crafted link which, once the link is clicked, could overflow a buffer and possibly execute arbitrary code on the system.
Consequences:
Gain Access
Remedy:
Upgrade to the latest version of Skype for Windows (1.4.*.84 or later), available from the Skype Web site. See References.
References:
- Skype Web site: Skype - The whole world can talk for free..
- Skype Web site: Download Skype for Windows.
- BID-15190: Skype Technologies Skype Multiple Buffer Overflow Vulnerabilities
- CVE-2005-3265: Buffer overflow in Skype for Windows 1.1.x.0 through 1.4.x.83 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) callto:// and (2) skype:// links, or (3) a non-standard VCARD, possibly due to an underlying error in the SysUtils.WideFmtStr Delphi routine.
- SA17305: Skype Multiple Buffer Overflow Vulnerabilities
- US-CERT VU#668193: Skype VCARD handling routine contains a buffer overflow
- US-CERT VU#930345: Skype URI handling routine contains a buffer overflow
- VUPEN/ADV-2005-2197: Skype Multiple URI and VCARD Handling Buffer Overflow Vulnerabilities
Platforms Affected:
- Skype Skype for Windows 1.1.x.0 - 1.4.x.83
Reported:
Oct 25, 2005
The information within this database may change without notice. Use of this information constitutes acceptance for use in an AS IS condition. There are NO warranties, implied or otherwise, with regard to this information or its use. Any use of this information is at the user's risk. In no event shall the author/distributor (IBM Internet Security Systems X-Force) be held liable for any damages whatsoever arising out of or in connection with the use or spread of this information.
For corrections or additions please email xforce@iss.net