CVE-2008-5403 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published 9 Dec 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a malformed XML tag in the Trillian AIM plugin, affecting all users of the instant messaging client.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2008-5403?

CVE-2008-5403 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 9 Dec 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Heap-based buffer overflow in the XML parser in the AIM plugin in Trillian before 3.1.12.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malformed XML tag.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5403?

It affects 4 products.

Products include Cerulean Studios Trillian, Cerulean Studios Trillian Pro, Ceruleanstudios Trillian, Ceruleanstudios Trillian Pro.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5403?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-5403 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2008-5403 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-5403 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-m3r6-w876-373h.