CVE-2019-1771: Cisco Webex Network Recording Player Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 15, 2019
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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 on the local system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Cisco WebEx Business Suite<39.2.205
Cisco Webex Business Suite Lockdown<33.6.11
Cisco Webex Meetings Online<1.3.42
Cisco Webex Meetings Server=2.8\(1\)
Cisco Webex Meetings Server=3.0\(1\)

Event History

May 15, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:20 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-1771?

CVE-2019-1771 is a vulnerability in the Cisco Webex Network Recording Player and the Cisco Webex Player for Microsoft Windows that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on an affected system.

2

How severe is CVE-2019-1771?

CVE-2019-1771 has a severity score of 7.8 out of 10, indicating a high severity.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2019-1771?

The following software is affected: Cisco WebEx Business Suite (up to version 39.2.205), Cisco Webex Business Suite Lockdown (up to version 33.6.11), Cisco Webex Meetings Online (up to version 1.3.42), and Cisco WebEx Meetings Server (versions 2.8(1) and 3.0(1)).

4

How can I fix CVE-2019-1771?

To fix CVE-2019-1771, it is recommended to update the affected software to the latest version provided by Cisco.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-1771?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-1771 in the following sources: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/108373) and [Cisco Security Advisory](https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20190515-webex-player).

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