#VU11066 Improper input validation in Adobe Connect


Published: 2018-03-13 | Updated: 2018-03-13

Vulnerability identifier: #VU11066

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-4923

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Adobe Connect
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Adobe

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to delete arbitrary files on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing URI. A remote attacker can remove arbitrary files on the system or force uninstall of the application.

Mitigation
Update to version 9.7.5.

Vulnerable software versions

Adobe Connect: 9.4.1 - 9.7


External links
http://helpx.adobe.com//security/products/connect/apsb18-06.html


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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