CVE-2003-1464: Buffer overflow in Siemens 45 series mobile phones allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (di...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2003-1464 describes a remote denial-of-service issue in Siemens 45 series mobile phones. A specially malformed SMS with an overly long image name can disconnect the phone and make the inbox unavailable. Business urgency depends on whether any legacy Siemens 45 devices remain in use. Exposure appears limited to legacy Siemens 45 series mobile phones capable of receiving SMS messages. The supplied affected-product metadata is incomplete, so vulnerability managers should verify device models and firmware from asset records rather than infer broader Siemens exposure. Prioritize only if Siemens 45 series phones are still operational in business processes. For most modern environments, this is likely a legacy-asset hygiene item rather than an enterprise-wide emergency. Mitigation focus: Identify any Siemens 45 series mobile phones still in service.; Check Siemens or carrier guidance for firmware updates or replacement advice.; Retire or isolate unsupported legacy mobile devices where practical..

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Jun 29, 2026, 02:08 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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