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.
References
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12081 | Broken Link Third Party Advisory VDB Entry Vendor Advisory |
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110374568916303&w=2 | Issue Tracking Mailing List Third Party Advisory |
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110868557905786&w=2 | Issue Tracking Mailing List Third Party Advisory |
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18644 | Third Party Advisory VDB Entry |
Configurations
Configuration 1 (hide)
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Information
Published : 2004-12-21 21:00
Updated : 2022-02-07 11:45
NVD link : CVE-2004-1778
Mitre link : CVE-2004-1778
JSON object : View
CWE
CWE-276
Incorrect Default Permissions
Products Affected
skype
- skype