CVE-2000-0046

Summary

CVE-2000-0046 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting ICQ 99b 1.1.1.1 client. Malicious URLs within ICQ messages can be exploited by remote attackers to execute commands on targeted systems. This issue may lead to the execution of arbitrary code, potentially resulting in serious security consequences, including unauthorized access, data theft, or system damage. To mitigate this risk, users are advised to update their ICQ client to a patched version or disable the handling of URLs within ICQ messages.

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