CVE-2019-1772: 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<39.1.0.471
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·07:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:25 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-1772?

The severity of CVE-2019-1772 is critical with a score of 7.8 out of 10.

2

What software is affected by CVE-2019-1772?

The Cisco Webex Network Recording Player for Microsoft Windows and the Cisco Webex Player for Microsoft Windows are affected by CVE-2019-1772.

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-1772?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-1772 by executing arbitrary code on an affected system.

4

How do I fix CVE-2019-1772?

To fix CVE-2019-1772, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by Cisco.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-1772?

More information about CVE-2019-1772 can be found on the SecurityFocus and Cisco Security Advisory websites.

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