#VU51728 Code Injection in Cisco Jabber for Windows - CVE-2021-1469

Vulnerability identifier: #VU51728

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 6.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-1469

CWE-ID: CWE-94

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Cisco Jabber for Windows
Client/Desktop applications / Messaging software

Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper validation of message content. A remote administrator can send specially crafted XMPP messages and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Cisco Jabber for Windows: 12.1 - 12.9

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External links
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-cisco-jabber-PWrTATTC

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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