CVE-2021-24073: Skype for Business and Lync Spoofing Vulnerability

Published Feb 25, 2021
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Updated

Skype for Business and Lync Spoofing Vulnerability

Affected Software

2 affected components
Microsoft Lync Server=2013
Microsoft Skype for Business Server=2015-cu8

Event History

Feb 25, 2021
CVE Published
11:01 PM
Data Sourced
11:01 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-24073?

CVE-2021-24073 is a spoofing vulnerability in Skype for Business and Lync that allows an attacker to impersonate another user.

2

What software is affected by CVE-2021-24073?

Microsoft Lync Server 2013 and Microsoft Skype For Business Server 2015-cu8 are affected by CVE-2021-24073.

3

How severe is the vulnerability CVE-2021-24073?

The severity of CVE-2021-24073 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.1.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-24073?

To fix CVE-2021-24073, it is recommended to apply the necessary security updates provided by Microsoft.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-24073?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-24073 on the Microsoft Security Response Center advisory page: https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2021-24073.

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