CVE-2019-1639: Cisco Webex Network Recording Player Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerabilities
First published: Wed Jan 23 2019(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the Cisco Webex Network Recording Player for Microsoft Windows and the Cisco Webex Player for Microsoft Windows could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on an affected system. The vulnerability exist because the affected software improperly validates Advanced Recording Format (ARF) and Webex Recording Format (WRF) files. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a user a malicious ARF or WRF file via a link or email attachment and persuading the user to open the file with the affected software. Successful exploitation could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Webex Meetings Online | =1.3.33 | |
| Cisco Webex Meetings Online | =1.3.39 | |
| Cisco Webex Meetings Online | =t32.9 | |
| Cisco Webex Meetings Online | =t33.3.5 | |
| Cisco Webex Meetings Online | =t33.5.1 | |
| Cisco WebEx Meetings Server | =3.0mr2-p1 | |
| Cisco WebEx Meetings Server | =t31-sp3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-1639?
CVE-2019-1639 is a vulnerability in the Cisco Webex Network Recording Player and Cisco Webex Player for Microsoft Windows that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on an affected system.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-1639?
The severity of CVE-2019-1639 is critical, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which software is affected by CVE-2019-1639?
The affected software includes Cisco Webex Meetings Online versions 1.3.33, 1.3.39, t32.9, t33.3.5, and t33.5.1, as well as Cisco WebEx Meetings Server versions 3.0mr2-p1 and t31-sp3.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-1639?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-1639 by sending a specially crafted Advanced Recording Format (ARF) file to a user, which when opened by the Cisco Webex Network Recording Player or Cisco Webex Player, can result in the execution of arbitrary code.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-1639?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-1639 on the SecurityFocus website (http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106704) and the Cisco Security Advisory (https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20190123-webex-rce).
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