CVE-2008-1805
UnknownEPSS 3.90%
Last modified
CVE-2008-1805 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. 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.. EPSS estimates a 3.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
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.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skype Technologies | Skype | <= 3.8.0.115 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.0.0.106 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.0.0.123 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.0.0.137 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.0.0.154 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.0.0.190 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.0.0.198 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.0.0.205 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.0.0.209 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.0.0.214 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.0.0.216 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.0.0.217 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.0.0.218 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.1.0.112 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.1.0.134 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.1.0.144 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.1.0.147 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.1.0.150 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.1.0.152 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.2.0.53 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.2.0.63 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.2.0.82 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.2.0.115 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.2.0.145 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.2.0.148 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.2.0.152 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.2.0.158 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.2.0.163 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.2.0.175 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.5.0.107 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.5.0.158 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.5.0.178 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.5.0.202 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.5.0.214 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.5.0.229 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.5.0.234 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.5.0.239 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.6.0.127 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.6.0.159 | Beta |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.6.0.216 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.6.0.244 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.6.0.248 | — |
| Skype Technologies | Skype | 3.8.0.96 | Beta |
References
- https://secunia.com/advisories/30547Vendor Advisory
- https://www.skype.com/security/skype-sb-2008-003.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://secunia.com/advisories/30547Vendor Advisory
- https://www.skype.com/security/skype-sb-2008-003.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-1805?
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.
How severe is CVE-2008-1805?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1805 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1805?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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