Security readout for executives and security teams
This flaw lets a malicious Webex recording file become a code-execution vehicle on Windows systems running affected Cisco Webex player software. An attacker still needs to trick a user into opening an ARF or WRF file, so the business risk is targeted compromise of user workstations rather than direct server exposure. Exposure is likely limited to Windows endpoints with Cisco Webex Network Recording Player or Cisco Webex Player installed, especially users who receive or open ARF or WRF recordings. The bundle does not provide affected version ranges. Prioritize remediation where Webex recording players remain installed, particularly on high-value user workstations. This is not described as remotely exploitable without user interaction, but successful exploitation could give an attacker code execution on the user's system. Mitigation focus: Review Cisco's advisory for affected releases and fixed software.; Update or remove affected Cisco Webex player software on Windows endpoints.; Restrict opening ARF and WRF files to trusted sources until remediated..
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- 20181003 Cisco Webex Network Recording Player and Cisco Webex Player Remote Code Execution VulnerabilitiesCVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_CISCO
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