CVE-2009-2879: Buffer Overflow
Heap-based buffer overflow in atas32.dll in the Cisco WebEx WRF Player 26.x before 26.49.32 (aka T26SP49EP32) for Windows, 27.x before 27.10.x (aka T27SP10) for Windows, 26.x before 26.49.35 for Mac OS X and Linux, and 27.x before 27.11.8 for Mac OS X and Linux allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a crafted WebEx Recording Format (WRF) file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2009-2876 and CVE-2009-2878.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-2879?
CVE-2009-2879 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2879?
To fix CVE-2009-2879, update the Cisco WebEx WRF Player to the latest version as recommended by Cisco.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2009-2879?
CVE-2009-2879 affects Cisco WebEx WRF Player versions 26.x before 26.49.32 and 27.x before 27.10.x on multiple platforms.
Can CVE-2009-2879 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-2879 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code on the victim's machine.
What components are involved in CVE-2009-2879?
CVE-2009-2879 specifically involves a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the atas32.dll component of Cisco WebEx.