CVE-2018-0104CWE-20

A vulnerability in Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player for Advanced Recording Format (ARF) files could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on…

published January 4, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single malicious ARF file can turn your WebEx meeting into a hacker's playground! 🔥 Think of this vulnerability like an uninvited guest sneaking into your virtual meeting—if they get you to open the wrong file, they could wreak havoc on your computer while everyone else is blissfully unaware. An attacker could execute arbitrary code on your system, which means they can do just about anything from stealing your data to installing malware. It's like leaving your door unlocked and giving a stranger the keys to your digital life!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like an uninvited guest sneaking into your virtual meeting—if they get you to open the wrong file, they could wreak havoc on your computer while everyone else is blissfully unaware. This vulnerability in Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player allows attackers to send a crafted ARF file that, when executed, can lead to arbitrary code execution on the user's system. This makes it particularly dangerous if users are tricked into opening these files.

What to do

An attacker could execute arbitrary code on your system, which means they can do just about anything from stealing your data to installing malware. It's like leaving your door unlocked and giving a stranger the keys to your digital life! To protect yourself, avoid opening any suspicious ARF files or links, especially from unknown sources. Keep your Cisco WebEx software updated to the latest version to mitigate potential risks. Regularly educate users about the importance of verifying file attachments before opening them. You've got this! Stay vigilant and share this knowledge to keep your team secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03774 · 89.8th percentile
Weakness
CWE-20 · Improper Input Validation
Published
2018-01-04T06:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 04 JAN 06:00Z
    A vulnerability in Cisco WebEx Network Recording Player for Advanced Recording Format (ARF) files could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on…
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