CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2011-0925: Input Validation

First published: Mon Feb 28 2011(Updated: )

The CSDWebInstallerCtrl ActiveX control in CSDWebInstaller.ocx in Cisco Secure Desktop (CSD) allows remote attackers to download an unintended Cisco program onto a client machine, and execute this program, by identifying a Cisco program with a Cisco digital signature and then renaming this program to inst.exe, a different vulnerability than CVE-2010-0589 and CVE-2011-0926.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Secure Desktop

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2011-0925?

    CVE-2011-0925 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2011-0925?

    To fix CVE-2011-0925, ensure that you update Cisco Secure Desktop to the latest version provided by Cisco.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2011-0925?

    CVE-2011-0925 can be exploited by remote attackers to download and execute unauthorized programs on compromised client machines.

  • Is CVE-2011-0925 present in the latest Cisco Secure Desktop versions?

    No, CVE-2011-0925 has been addressed in the updated releases of Cisco Secure Desktop.

  • What should I do if I suspect I have been attacked via CVE-2011-0925?

    If you suspect an attack related to CVE-2011-0925, immediately disconnect from the network, run a security scan, and consider restoring systems from secure backups.

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