CVE-2008-6393: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-6393: PSI Jabber client before 0.12.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly e...

PSI Jabber client before 0.12.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a file transfer request with a negative value in a SOCKS5 option, which bypasses a signed integer check and triggers an integer overflow and a heap-based buffer overflow.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 11:27 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-6393 affects Psi Jabber client versions before 0.12.1. A malicious file transfer request could crash the client and may allow code execution. Business urgency is mainly for legacy endpoints still using old Psi packages; modern environments without Psi or with patched packages are unlikely exposed. Exposure is limited to systems running Psi Jabber client before 0.12.1, especially older Linux distribution packages or unmanaged desktops. The bundle does not identify server-side products or other affected clients. Prioritize remediation if legacy Psi clients exist. The issue is old, but memory corruption with remote crash and possible code execution can still matter on unmanaged endpoints. If Psi is not deployed, business risk is low. Mitigation focus: Identify any installed Psi Jabber client versions across endpoints.; Upgrade Psi to 0.12.1 or a vendor-supported fixed package.; Prioritize unmanaged or legacy Linux desktops with instant messaging tools..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:23 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 3, 2009, 16:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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7555CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
FEDORA-2009-2285CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
FEDORA-2009-2295CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA

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