SB2017062902 - Arbitrary code execution in Microsoft Skype
Published: June 29, 2017
Security Bulletin ID
SB2017062902
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Stack-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-9948)
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.The weakness exists due to stack-based buffer overflow in the `MSFTEDIT.DLL` when handling RDP clipboard content within the message box. A local attacker can trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code with system privileges.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.