CVE-2005-1261

CVE-2005-1261 is a high-severity vulnerability in Rob Flynn Gaim with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 12% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the URL parsing function in Gaim before 1.3.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an instant message (IM) with a large URL.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1261?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the URL parsing function in Gaim before 1.3.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an instant message (IM) with a large URL.
How severe is CVE-2005-1261?
CVE-2005-1261 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1261 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 12% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1261?
CVE-2005-1261 primarily affects Rob Flynn Gaim. In total, 48 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1261?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2005-1261 published?
CVE-2005-1261 was published on 2005-05-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (48)

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