CVE-2005-0242

CVE-2005-0242 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Yahoo Messenger with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The Audio Setup Wizard (asw.dll) in Yahoo! Messenger 6.0.0.1750, and possibly other versions, allows attackers to arbitrary code by placing a malicious ping.exe program into the Messenger program directory, which is installed with weak default permissions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0242?
The Audio Setup Wizard (asw.dll) in Yahoo! Messenger 6.0.0.1750, and possibly other versions, allows attackers to arbitrary code by placing a malicious ping.exe program into the Messenger program directory, which is installed with weak default permissions.
How severe is CVE-2005-0242?
CVE-2005-0242 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2005-0242 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0242?
CVE-2005-0242 primarily affects Yahoo Messenger. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0242?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2005-0242 published?
CVE-2005-0242 was published on 2005-02-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

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