CVE-2019-1924: Cisco Webex Network Recording Player and Cisco Webex Player Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerabilities
Multiple vulnerabilities in Cisco Webex Network Recording Player for Microsoft Windows and Cisco Webex Player for Microsoft Windows could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on an affected system. The vulnerabilities exist because the affected software improperly validates Advanced Recording Format (ARF) and Webex Recording Format (WRF) files. An attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities by sending a user a malicious ARF or WRF file through 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 with the privileges of the targeted user.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-1924?
CVE-2019-1924 is a vulnerability in Cisco Webex Network Recording Player and Cisco Webex Player for Microsoft Windows that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on an affected system.
How severe is CVE-2019-1924?
CVE-2019-1924 has a severity score of 7.8 on the CVSS (Common Vulnerability Scoring System) scale, indicating a critical vulnerability.
Which software products are affected by CVE-2019-1924?
The affected software products include Cisco WebEx Business Suite, Cisco Webex Meetings Online, and Cisco WebEx Meetings Server versions 2.8, 3.0, 3.0mr2, and 4.0.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-1924?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-1924 by sending a specially crafted file to a user and convincing them to open it using the vulnerable software, allowing the execution of arbitrary code.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2019-1924?
Yes, Cisco has released a security advisory with fixes and mitigations for the vulnerability. It is recommended to apply the necessary updates to the affected software.