CVE-2014-8417: Medium severity asterisk vulnerability
ConfBridge in Asterisk 11.x before 11.14.1, 12.x before 12.7.1, and 13.x before 13.0.1 and Certified Asterisk 11.6 before 11.6-cert8 allows remote authenticated users to (1) gain privileges via vectors related to an external protocol to the CONFBRIDGE dialplan function or (2) execute arbitrary system commands via a crafted ConfbridgeStartRecord AMI action.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8417?
CVE-2014-8417 is classified as a high severity vulnerability that allows remote authenticated users to gain privileges or execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8417?
To fix CVE-2014-8417, upgrade Asterisk to version 11.14.1 or higher, 12.7.1 or higher, or 13.0.1 or higher.
What versions of Asterisk are affected by CVE-2014-8417?
CVE-2014-8417 affects Asterisk versions prior to 11.14.1, 12.7.1, and 13.0.1, as well as Certified Asterisk 11.6 versions before 11.6-cert8.
Can CVE-2014-8417 be exploited by unauthenticated users?
No, CVE-2014-8417 can only be exploited by remote authenticated users.
What types of attacks are possible due to CVE-2014-8417?
CVE-2014-8417 allows attackers to gain elevated privileges or execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to further exploitation of the system.