Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2001-1420 describes a remote crash issue in AOL Instant Messenger 4.7. A long filename can cause the AIM application to fail, with the record noting a possible buffer overflow. The confirmed business impact in the provided sources is application denial of service, not system compromise. Exposure is limited to environments still running AOL Instant Messenger 4.7 or systems where that legacy client can receive attacker-controlled filenames. The source bundle does not identify broader affected versions or platforms. Treat this as a legacy software hygiene issue unless AIM 4.7 is present. If found, prioritize removal because the product creates avoidable crash exposure and the bundle provides no modern remediation detail. Mitigation focus: Identify any systems with AOL Instant Messenger 4.7 installed.; Remove or replace the legacy AIM client where business use is not required.; Check vendor, CERT, or archival advisory guidance for any available update or workaround..
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- aim-long-filename-dos(7254)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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