Synopsis
The remote host is vulnerable to a buffer overflow
Description
The remote host is running AOL Instant Messenger (AIM). Certain versions of AIM contain a buffer overflow in the packet processing routines for the login process. Exploitation of this vulnerability may allow for execution of arbitrary code on the victim's machine.
Solution
Upgrade to the latest version of AOL Instant Messenger.
Plugin Details
Vulnerability Information
CPE: cpe:/a:aol:aim
Reference Information
BID: 2236