CVE-2017-12368CWE-119

A "Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player Remote Code Execution Vulnerability" exists in Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player for Advanced Recording Format (ARF)…

published November 30, 2017

CVSS
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EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A simple ARF or WRF file might carry more than just a recording! An unsuspecting user could get tricked into launching a malicious file, leading to complete chaos on their system! Think of it like receiving a seemingly harmless package in the mail that, once opened, unleashes a swarm of angry bees. The initial excitement quickly turns into a nightmare! 🐝 If an attacker successfully tricks a user into executing a malicious file, they could potentially crash the Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player, and worse yet, gain access to execute arbitrary code on the user's system! This could lead to sensitive information being compromised or systems being controlled remotely, which is absolutely devastating.

Put simply

Think of it like receiving a seemingly harmless package in the mail that, once opened, unleashes a swarm of angry bees. The initial excitement quickly turns into a nightmare! 🐝 This vulnerability in Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player allows remote code execution via specially crafted ARF or WRF files. When these files are opened, they can exploit flaws in the player, causing crashes and potentially running unauthorized code on the user's machine.

What to do

If an attacker successfully tricks a user into executing a malicious file, they could potentially crash the Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player, and worse yet, gain access to execute arbitrary code on the user's system! This could lead to sensitive information being compromised or systems being controlled remotely, which is absolutely devastating. To protect against this vulnerability, users should avoid opening ARF or WRF files from unknown sources. Additionally, ensure that your WebEx Network Recording Player is updated to the latest version to patch potential security gaps. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02980 · 87.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-119 · Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer
Published
2017-11-30T09:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 30 NOV 09:00Z
    A "Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player Remote Code Execution Vulnerability" exists in Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player for Advanced Recording Format (ARF)…
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