CVE-2007-6409: The gg protocol handler in Gadu-Gadu, when this product is installed but not running, does not properly han...

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CVE-2007-6409 describes a denial-of-service issue in Gadu-Gadu's gg protocol handler. If Gadu-Gadu is installed, even when not running, remote traffic involving the skin attribute may consume system resources. The source bundle does not provide a severity score, affected versions, or a named vendor fix. Exposure is most plausible on endpoints where Gadu-Gadu is installed and the gg protocol handler remains registered. The bundle lists affected vendor, product, versions, and CPEs as n/a, so environment-specific inventory is required. Prioritize validation only if Gadu-Gadu exists in the environment. This appears to be an older denial-of-service issue with incomplete public details, no KEV listing, and no confirmed active exploitation in the provided sources. Mitigation focus: Check Gadu-Gadu or vendor guidance for affected builds and updates.; Remove Gadu-Gadu where there is no business requirement.; Treat registered gg protocol handlers as potential exposure until validated..

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Jun 28, 2026, 19:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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