CVE-2011-2074
First published: Tue May 10 2011(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in the client in Skype 5.x before 5.1.0.922 on Mac OS X allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted message.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Skype | =5.0.0.105 | |
| Microsoft Skype | =5.0.0.105-beta | |
| Microsoft Skype | =5.0.0.123-beta | |
| Microsoft Skype | =5.0.0.152 | |
| Microsoft Skype | =5.0.0.156 | |
| Microsoft Skype | =5.1.0.104 | |
| Microsoft Skype | =5.1.0.112 | |
| macOS Yosemite |
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Reference Links
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/1192
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/47747
- http://secunia.com/advisories/44522
- http://www.theregister.co.uk/2011/05/06/skype_for_mac_critical_vulnerability/
- http://blogs.skype.com/security/2011/05/security_vulnerability_in_mac.html
- http://isc.sans.edu/diary.html?storyid=10837
- http://www.purehacking.com/blogs/gordon-maddern/skype-0day-vulnerabilitiy-discovered-by-pure-hacking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-2074?
CVE-2011-2074 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2074?
To fix CVE-2011-2074, upgrade Skype to version 5.1.0.922 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2011-2074?
CVE-2011-2074 affects users of Skype 5.x prior to version 5.1.0.922 on Mac OS X.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-2074?
CVE-2011-2074 is an unspecified vulnerability in the Skype client that allows for remote code execution.
Can CVE-2011-2074 lead to application crashes?
Yes, CVE-2011-2074 can cause application crashes due to its denial of service capability.
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