CVE-2007-4429: Medium severity Skype Technologies Skype vulnerability
Unspecified vulnerability in Skype allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (server hang) via unknown vectors related to sending long URIs, as claimed to be actively exploited on 20070817 using a "call to a specific number." NOTE: this identifier is for the en.securitylab.ru disclosure. According to the vendor, this issue is separate from the "sign-on issues" that reduced Skype service on 20070817, which appears to be a site-specific problem. As of 20070821, it is not clear whether this issue is simply a symptom of the larger sign-on problem.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4429?
CVE-2007-4429 has been associated with a denial of service vulnerability, which can significantly disrupt Skype services.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4429?
To mitigate CVE-2007-4429, ensure that you are using the latest version of Skype, as updates typically include security patches.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-4429?
Users of Skype software versions prior to the security patch release are affected by CVE-2007-4429.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2007-4429?
CVE-2007-4429 is associated with a remote denial of service attack that exploits long URI inputs.
When was CVE-2007-4429 first reported?
CVE-2007-4429 was reported on August 17, 2007, indicating active exploitation at that time.