CVE-2018-0594: High severity skype vulnerability

Published Jun 26, 2018
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-0594?

The severity of CVE-2018-0594 is high.

2

Which software is affected by CVE-2018-0594?

Microsoft Skype for Windows is affected by CVE-2018-0594.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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].

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