Intrusion PreventionMS.Windows.Live.Messenger.Viewprofile.Buffer.Overflow
Description
This indicates an attack attempt against a buffer overflow vulnerability in Windows Live Messenger.
The vulnerability is caused by inadequate boundary checks on user supplied data.
Remote attackers could exploit it to execute arbitrary code.
Affected Products
Microsoft Windows Live Messenger 2009
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Upgrade to the latest version, available from the Web site.
http://explore.live.com/windows-live-messenger
Telemetry
Coverage
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Version Updates
| Date | Version | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-01-11 | 16.995 |
| ID | 26759 |
| Created | May 18, 2011 |
| Updated | Nov 04, 2021 |
| Risk |
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| CVE ID | CVE-2010-0278 |
| Exploit Prediction Score | 4.44% |
| Default Action | drop |
| Active | |
| Affected OS | Windows |
| Affected App | Other |