Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old remote code execution issue in Bontago 1.1 and earlier. A specially long nickname can trigger a buffer overflow, potentially letting an attacker run code on the affected system. The source bundle does not show active exploitation, CVSS scoring, or a named patch. Exposure is likely limited to environments still running Bontago 1.1 or earlier. Risk increases if the affected application accepts nicknames from untrusted remote users. The provided metadata does not identify broader affected products or platforms. Treat as high priority only where Bontago 1.1 or earlier is present. Most organizations are unlikely to have exposure because the issue is old and product-specific, but confirmed reachable instances should be isolated or retired promptly. Mitigation focus: Identify and remove unsupported Bontago 1.1 or earlier installations.; Restrict network access to any affected Bontago instance.; Check vendor and advisory sources for any fixed release or official guidance..
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- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- bontago-nickname-bo(19406)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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