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CVE-2001-1416: Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in the log messages in certain Alpha versions of AOL In...

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in the log messages in certain Alpha versions of AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) 4.4 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary web script or HTML via an image in the (1) DATA, (2) STYLE, or (3) BINARY tags.

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This is an old XSS issue in certain Alpha versions of AOL Instant Messenger 4.4. A malicious message could affect AIM log-message rendering and run attacker-supplied web script or HTML. Business urgency is mainly legacy exposure: modern environments are unlikely affected unless this obsolete client or archived workflow remains in use. Exposure appears limited to environments still running certain Alpha versions of AOL Instant Messenger 4.4 or processing related AIM logs. The source bundle does not identify current supported products, server-side components, or precise affected builds. Treat as a legacy hygiene issue unless affected AIM clients are found. If found, prioritize removal because the product is obsolete and the bundle gives no supported patch path. Mitigation focus: Identify and remove obsolete AIM 4.4 Alpha installations.; Replace affected AIM clients with supported communication tools.; Check CERT and vendor guidance for any archived remediation details..

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