Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old Trillian instant messaging client flaw. A malicious DTD file could crash the application and may allow code execution. Business urgency depends on whether legacy Trillian 3.1.9.0 or earlier remains installed or used. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy endpoints running Trillian 3.1.9.0 or possibly earlier. The source bundle lists affected vendor and product as n/a, so asset discovery must rely on software inventory rather than CPE matching. Treat as a targeted legacy-software risk. Prioritize discovery first; if Trillian 3.1.9.0 or earlier is present, remove or isolate it because the reported impact includes possible code execution. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for Trillian 3.1.9.0 and earlier.; Retire or upgrade legacy Trillian installations following vendor guidance.; Block or quarantine untrusted DTD/XML files for affected users..
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- Known Exploited
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- Published
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- trillian-dtd-bo(41782)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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