Lack of data validation In pidgin
Description
libpurple in Finch in Pidgin before 2.6.6, when an XMPP multi-user chat (MUC) room is used, does not properly parse nicknames containing
sequences, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted nickname.
Mitigation
Update Impact
Minimal update. May introduce new vulnerabilities or breaking changes.
Aliases
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