SB2018012402 - Remote code execution in Microsoft Skype
Published: January 24, 2018
Security Bulletin ID
SB2018012402
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Remote code execution (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-1000006)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.The weakness exists due to unspecified error in Electron apps that use custom protocol handlers. A remote attacker can execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.