Vulnerability identifier: #VU8757
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Skype for Business
Client/Desktop applications /
Messaging software
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated attacker to gain elevated privileges on the target system.
The weakness exists due to when Skype for Business fails to properly handle specific authentication requests. A remote attacker can invite a user to an instant message session while using a malicious profile image, steal an authentication has and gain system privileges.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Skype for Business: 2016
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-11786
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.