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CVE-2000-1094: Buffer overflow in AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) before 4.3.2229 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary...

Buffer overflow in AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) before 4.3.2229 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a "buddyicon" command with a long "src" argument.

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CVE-2000-1094 is an old AOL Instant Messenger client flaw. AIM versions before 4.3.2229 could be crashed or potentially made to run arbitrary commands when processing a malicious buddy icon-related message. Business urgency is mainly for environments that still preserve or run legacy AIM software. Exposure is limited to endpoints running AOL Instant Messenger versions earlier than 4.3.2229. Modern environments are unlikely to be exposed unless legacy systems, archived desktop images, labs, or historical software collections still execute the old client. Prioritize as a legacy software cleanup issue unless AIM is still present. If found on business endpoints, remove or upgrade quickly because the stated impact is remote command execution. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints and images for AOL Instant Messenger installations.; Remove AIM where it is not operationally required.; Upgrade any required AIM client to 4.3.2229 or later..

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