SB2021011819 - Insecure DLL loading in Cisco Proximity Desktop for Windows



SB2021011819 - Insecure DLL loading in Cisco Proximity Desktop for Windows

Published: January 18, 2021

Security Bulletin ID SB2021011819
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Insecure DLL loading (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-1240)

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect handling of directory paths at run time in the loading process of specific DLLs. A local user can place a malicious DLL file in a specific location on the targeted system and execute arbitrary code with the privileges of another user’s account.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.