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AOL Instant Messenger Remote Buffer Overflow

Internet Security Systems (ISS) X-Force has learned of a remote buffer overflow vulnerability in the popular AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) software. An exploit for this vulnerability has been released publicly. This vulnerability may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on a victim’s system. The victim is unable to refuse the request or determine who initiated the attack.

Affected Versions:

AOL Instant Messenger versions 4.3 through 4.7.2480 for Windows

AOL Instant Messenger version 4.8.2616 for Windows (beta)

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Internet Security Systems (ISS) X-Force has learned of a remote buffer overflow vulnerability in the popular AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) software. An exploit for this vulnerability has been released publicly. This vulnerability may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on a victim’s system. The victim is unable to refuse the request or determine who initiated the attack.

Affected Versions:

AOL Instant Messenger versions 4.3 through 4.7.2480 for Windows

AOL Instant Messenger version 4.8.2616 for Windows (beta)

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