CVE-2017-8550

Public Exploit

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Skype for Business when the software fails to sanitize specially crafted content, aka "Skype for Business Remote Code Execution Vulnerability".

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 12.38% Top 10%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Corporation Skype for Business
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8550 patch vendor advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42316/ exploit vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98916 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-8550?
CVE-2017-8550 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-8550?
To fix CVE-2017-8550, 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-2017-8550 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-8550 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~12% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-8550?
CVE-2017-8550 affects Microsoft Corporation Skype for Business.
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