Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Yahoo! Messenger 8.1
CVE-2007-3638

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Key Information:

Vendor: Yahoo
Status: Messenger
Vendor: CVE Published:; 10 July 2007

What is CVE-2007-3638?

A buffer overflow vulnerability in Yahoo! Messenger 8.1 permits remote authenticated users who are in an address book to exploit the software. Attackers can execute arbitrary code through unspecified vectors, potentially compromising the system. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and poses significant risks if successfully exploited.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24784

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Timeline

Vulnerability published
Jul 10, 2007
Vulnerability Reserved
Jul 9, 2007

CVE-2007-3638 Data

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