CVE-2019-1928: 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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What is CVE-2019-1928?
CVE-2019-1928 is a vulnerability in Cisco Webex Network Recording Player for Microsoft Windows and Cisco Webex Player for Microsoft Windows that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on an affected system.
How severe is CVE-2019-1928?
CVE-2019-1928 has a severity score of 7.8, which is classified as critical.
What is affected by CVE-2019-1928?
CVE-2019-1928 affects Cisco Webex Network Recording Player for Microsoft Windows and Cisco Webex Player for Microsoft Windows.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-1928?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-1928 by creating a malicious file and persuading a user to open it using the affected software.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2019-1928?
Yes, Cisco has released a software update that addresses the vulnerability in Cisco Webex Network Recording Player for Microsoft Windows and Cisco Webex Player for Microsoft Windows. Users should update to the latest version to mitigate the risk.