CVE-2013-1085 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a stack-based buffer overflow in the Messenger client's protocol handler when processing a malicious import command.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2013-1085?
CVE-2013-1085 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 29 Mar 2013. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the nim: protocol handler in Novell GroupWise Messenger 2.04 and earlier, and Novell Messenger 2.1.x and 2.2.x before 2.2.2, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an import command containing a long string in the filename parameter.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-1085?
It affects 2 products.
Products include Novell Groupwise Messenger, Novell Messenger.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1085?
No fix has been published for CVE-2013-1085 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-2013-1085 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2013-1085 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-7382-3hq7-7jjw.