Improper resource allocation - Buffer overflow In pidgin

Description

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the handling of the MXIT protocol Pidgin. Specially crafted data sent via the server could potentially result in a buffer overflow, potentially resulting in memory corruption. A malicious server or an unfiltered malicious user can send negative length values to trigger this vulnerability.

Mitigation

Update Impact

Minimal update. May introduce new vulnerabilities or breaking changes.

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