Vulnerability Description
Skype 0.92.0.12 and 1.0.0.1 for Linux, and possibly other versions, creates the /usr/share/skype/lang directory with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to modify language files and possibly conduct social engineering or other attacks.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Skype | Skype | 0.92.0.12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110374568916303&w=2Issue TrackingMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110868557905786&w=2Issue TrackingMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12081Broken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18644Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110374568916303&w=2Issue TrackingMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110868557905786&w=2Issue TrackingMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12081Broken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18644Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-1778?
CVE-2004-1778 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Skype 0.92.0.12 and 1.0.0.1 for Linux, and possibly other versions, creates the /usr/share/skype/lang directory with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to modify language files and p...
How severe is CVE-2004-1778?
CVE-2004-1778 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-1778?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Skype Skype.