Vulnerability Description
Incomplete blacklist vulnerability in Skype 3.6.0.248, and other versions before 3.8.0.139, allows user-assisted remote attackers to bypass warning dialogs and possibly execute arbitrary code via a file: URI that ends in an executable extension that is not covered by the blacklist.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Skype Technologies | Skype | <= 3.8.0.115 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=711
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30547Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29553
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020201
- http://www.skype.com/security/skype-sb-2008-003.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1749/references
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=711
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30547Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29553
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020201
- http://www.skype.com/security/skype-sb-2008-003.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1749/references
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1805?
CVE-2008-1805 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Incomplete blacklist vulnerability in Skype 3.6.0.248, and other versions before 3.8.0.139, allows user-assisted remote attackers to bypass warning dialogs and possibly execute arbitrary code via a fi...
How severe is CVE-2008-1805?
CVE-2008-1805 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-1805?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Skype Technologies Skype.