cisco-sa-jabber-UyTKCPGg: Cisco Jabber for Windows Message Handling Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed Sep 02 2020(Updated: )
A vulnerability in Cisco Jabber for Windows could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to execute arbitrary code. The vulnerability is due to improper validation of message contents. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol (XMPP) messages to the affected software. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to cause the application to execute arbitrary programs on the targeted system with the privileges of the user account that is running the Cisco Jabber client software, possibly resulting in arbitrary code execution. Cisco has released software updates that address this vulnerability. There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability. This advisory is available at the following link:https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-jabber-UyTKCPGg
Credit: Olav Sortland Thoresen Watchcom
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Jabber for Windows | =12.9<12.9.1=12.8<12.8.3=12.7<12.7.2=12.6<12.6.3=12.5<12.5.2=12.1<12.1.3 | 12.9.1 12.8.3 12.7.2 12.6.3 12.5.2 12.1.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this Cisco Jabber for Windows vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Cisco Jabber for Windows vulnerability is cisco-sa-jabber-UyTKCPGg.
What is the severity level of the cisco-sa-jabber-UyTKCPGg vulnerability?
The severity level of the cisco-sa-jabber-UyTKCPGg vulnerability is critical.
How can an attacker exploit the cisco-sa-jabber-UyTKCPGg vulnerability?
An attacker can exploit the cisco-sa-jabber-UyTKCPGg vulnerability by sending specially crafted Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol (XMPP) messages.
Which versions of Cisco Jabber for Windows are affected by the cisco-sa-jabber-UyTKCPGg vulnerability?
Cisco Jabber for Windows versions 12.9.1, 12.8.3, 12.7.2, 12.6.3, 12.5.2, and 12.1.3 are affected by the cisco-sa-jabber-UyTKCPGg vulnerability.
Where can I find more information about the cisco-sa-jabber-UyTKCPGg vulnerability?
You can find more information about the cisco-sa-jabber-UyTKCPGg vulnerability in the Cisco Security Advisory: [link](https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-jabber-UyTKCPGg).
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