CVE-2018-0288: Infoleak

Published May 2, 2018
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Updated

A vulnerability in Cisco WebEx Recording Format (WRF) Player could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to access sensitive data about the application. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain information to conduct additional reconnaissance attacks. The vulnerability is due to a design flaw in Cisco WRF Player. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by utilizing a maliciously crafted file that could bypass checks in the code and enable an attacker to read memory from outside the bounds of the mapped file. This vulnerability affects Cisco WebEx Business Suite meeting sites, Cisco WebEx Meetings sites, and Cisco WebEx WRF players. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvh89107, CSCvh89113, CSCvh89132, CSCvh89142.

Affected Software

2 affected components
cisco Webex Meetings Online=t31.20
cisco Webex Meetings Online=t31.20.2

Event History

May 2, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-0288?

The severity of CVE-2018-0288 is classified as high due to its potential impact on accessing sensitive data.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-0288?

To fix CVE-2018-0288, you should upgrade to a patched version of Cisco Webex Meetings that addresses the vulnerability.

3

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2018-0288?

CVE-2018-0288 can be exploited by attackers for reconnaissance attacks to gather sensitive application data.

4

Is any authentication required to exploit CVE-2018-0288?

No, CVE-2018-0288 can be exploited by unauthenticated remote attackers.

5

Which versions of Cisco Webex Meetings are affected by CVE-2018-0288?

CVE-2018-0288 affects Cisco Webex Meetings versions t31.20 and t31.20.2.

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