cisco-sa-webex-client-url-fcmpdfVY: Cisco Webex Meetings Desktop App and Webex Meetings Client URL Filtering Arbitrary Program Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed Jun 17 2020(Updated: )
A vulnerability in Cisco Webex Meetings Desktop App and Cisco Webex Meetings Client could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to execute programs on an affected end-user system. The vulnerability is due to improper validation of input that is supplied to application URLs. The attacker could exploit this vulnerability by persuading a user to follow a malicious URL. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to cause the application to execute other programs that are already present on the end-user system. If malicious files are planted on the system or on an accessible network file path, the attacker could execute arbitrary code on the affected system. 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-webex-client-url-fcmpdfVY
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Webex Meetings | ||
| Cisco Webex Meetings Desktop App |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of cisco-sa-webex-client-url-fcmpdfVY?
The cisco-sa-webex-client-url-fcmpdfVY vulnerability has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote execution of programs.
How do I fix cisco-sa-webex-client-url-fcmpdfVY?
To fix the cisco-sa-webex-client-url-fcmpdfVY vulnerability, ensure that you apply the latest security patches provided by Cisco for the affected Webex applications.
Which software is affected by cisco-sa-webex-client-url-fcmpdfVY?
The cisco-sa-webex-client-url-fcmpdfVY vulnerability affects the Cisco Webex Meetings Desktop App and Cisco Webex Meetings Client.
What type of attack can cisco-sa-webex-client-url-fcmpdfVY allow?
The cisco-sa-webex-client-url-fcmpdfVY vulnerability can allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary programs on the affected system.
Is user interaction required to exploit cisco-sa-webex-client-url-fcmpdfVY?
No, the cisco-sa-webex-client-url-fcmpdfVY vulnerability can be exploited without any user interaction.
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