7.8
Advisory Published

ZDI-20-269: Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player ARF File Uninitialized Pointer Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of ARF files. Crafted data in an ARF file can trigger access to memory prior to initialization. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Webex Platform

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-20-269?

    The severity of ZDI-20-269 is considered high due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix ZDI-20-269?

    To fix ZDI-20-269, update the Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player to the latest version provided by Cisco.

  • What types of attacks are possible with ZDI-20-269?

    ZDI-20-269 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations via a malicious file or webpage.

  • Is user interaction required to exploit ZDI-20-269?

    Yes, user interaction is required as the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file to exploit ZDI-20-269.

  • Which products are affected by ZDI-20-269?

    ZDI-20-269 specifically affects installations of the Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player.

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