CVE-2018-0594: High severity skype vulnerability
Published Jun 26, 2018
·Updated
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Skype for Windows allows an attacker to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in an unspecified directory.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Microsoft Skype
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Jun 26, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2018-0594?
The severity of CVE-2018-0594 is high.
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Which software is affected by CVE-2018-0594?
Microsoft Skype for Windows is affected by CVE-2018-0594.
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How does CVE-2018-0594 allow an attacker to gain privileges?
CVE-2018-0594 allows an attacker to gain privileges by using a Trojan horse DLL in an unspecified directory.
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How can I fix the vulnerability in Skype for Windows?
To fix the vulnerability in Skype for Windows, it is recommended to update to the latest version of the software.
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Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-0594?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-0594 on the following websites: [link1], [link2], [link3].