CVE-2019-0622: Medium severity skype vulnerability
Published Jan 8, 2019
·Updated
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when Skype for Andriod fails to properly handle specific authentication requests, aka "Skype for Android Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This affects Skype 8.35.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft Skype Android=8.35
Event History
Jan 8, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2019-0622?
CVE-2019-0622 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability in Skype for Android.
2
How does CVE-2019-0622 vulnerability occur?
The vulnerability occurs when Skype for Android fails to handle specific authentication requests properly.
3
What is the severity of CVE-2019-0622?
CVE-2019-0622 has a severity level of medium (4.6).
4
Which version of Skype for Android is affected by CVE-2019-0622?
Skype for Android version 8.35 is affected by CVE-2019-0622.
5
Is there a fix for CVE-2019-0622?
Yes, it is recommended to update Skype for Android to the latest version available to fix CVE-2019-0622.