CVE-2017-12371CWE-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
87.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A simple file trick could let attackers control your system! Just one malicious ARF or WRF file in the wrong hands could lead to chaos. 💥 Think of it like receiving a seemingly innocent package in the mail; it looks fine on the outside, but inside is a ticking time bomb just waiting for you to open it and cause an explosion of problems! 🎁💣 If a user opens that malicious file, it could crash the WebEx Network Recording Player, and in the worst-case scenario, the attacker could execute arbitrary code on the user’s system. Imagine a stranger hijacking your computer and using it for their own nefarious plans—absolutely devastating! 😱

Put simply

Think of it like receiving a seemingly innocent package in the mail; it looks fine on the outside, but inside is a ticking time bomb just waiting for you to open it and cause an explosion of problems! 🎁💣 This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to exploit the Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player by crafting a malicious ARF or WRF file that, when executed, can lead to code execution and system crashes. Essentially, the player fails to properly validate the content of these files before processing them.

What to do

If a user opens that malicious file, it could crash the WebEx Network Recording Player, and in the worst-case scenario, the attacker could execute arbitrary code on the user’s system. Imagine a stranger hijacking your computer and using it for their own nefarious plans—absolutely devastating! 😱 Users should avoid opening ARF and WRF files from untrusted sources. Cisco has not released a patch for this vulnerability, so be vigilant and consider isolating sensitive environments from potentially dangerous file interactions. Always ensure your software is up to date to minimize risks! 🛡️ You've got this! Stay informed and protect your systems, and together we’ll keep the internet safer. 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02980 · 87.2th 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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