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CVE-2020-3498: Cisco Jabber for Windows Information Disclosure Vulnerability

First published: Fri Sep 04 2020(Updated: )

A vulnerability in Cisco Jabber software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information. The vulnerability is due to improper validation of message contents. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted messages to a targeted system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to cause the application to return sensitive authentication information to another system, possibly for use in further attacks.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Jabber>=12.1<12.1.3
Cisco Jabber>=12.5<12.5.2
Cisco Jabber>=12.6<12.6.3
Cisco Jabber>=12.7<12.7.2
Cisco Jabber>=12.8<12.8.3
Cisco Jabber>=12.9<12.9.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2020-3498?

    CVE-2020-3498 is a vulnerability in Cisco Jabber software that could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

  • How does CVE-2020-3498 work?

    CVE-2020-3498 is caused by improper validation of message contents in Cisco Jabber software. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted messages.

  • Which versions of Cisco Jabber are affected by CVE-2020-3498?

    Cisco Jabber versions 12.1 through 12.9 are affected by CVE-2020-3498.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-3498?

    CVE-2020-3498 has a severity score of 6.5 (medium).

  • How can I fix CVE-2020-3498?

    To fix CVE-2020-3498, it is recommended to update Cisco Jabber software to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.

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