Описание
Skype for Android Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when Skype for Andriod fails to properly handle specific authentication requests.
An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could bypass Android's lockscreen and access a victim's personal information.
To exploit the vulnerability, an attacker would need have physical access to the phone.
The security update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how Skype for Android handles authentication requests.
FAQ
How do I get the update for Skype for Android?
- Tap the Google Play icon on your home screen.
- Swipe in from the left edge of the screen.
- Tap My apps & games.
- Tap the Update box next to the Skype app.
Does the vulnerability exist in Skype for Business or the consumer version of Skype?
This vulnerability only affects the consumer version of Skype.
Возможность эксплуатации
Publicly Disclosed
Exploited
Latest Software Release
Older Software Release
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Связанные уязвимости
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when Skype for Andriod fails to properly handle specific authentication requests, aka "Skype for Android Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This affects Skype 8.35.
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when Skype for Andriod fails to properly handle specific authentication requests, aka "Skype for Android Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This affects Skype 8.35.
Уязвимость программы мгновенного обмена сообщениями Skype для операционных систем Android, позволяющая нарушителю обойти блокировку экрана и получить доступ к защищаемой информации
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