CVE-2008-5697

Public Exploit

Description

The skype_tool.copy_num method in the Skype extension BETA 2.2.0.95 for Firefox allows remote attackers to write arbitrary data to the clipboard via a string argument.

4.3

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 2.24% Top 20%

Third-Party Advisory securityreason.com

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6690	exploit
http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4797	third party advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45739	vdb entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31613	vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-5697?: CVE-2008-5697 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2008-5697?: To fix CVE-2008-5697, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2008-5697 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2008-5697 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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