82566 : Skype ezPMUtils ActiveX Remote Code Execution
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Disclosure Date
2010-06-21

Description

Skype contains a flaw related to the ezPMUtils ActiveX control. The issue is triggered when a user loads a web page which uses this control. This may allow a context-dependent attacker to execute arbitrary code.

Classification

Location: Context Dependent
Attack Type: Input Manipulation
Impact: Loss of Integrity
Solution: Workaround
Exploit: Exploit Unknown

Solution

Currently, there are no known upgrades or patches to correct this vulnerability. It is possible to correct the flaw by implementing the following workaround: set the kill-bit on the ActiveX Control. See Microsoft KB article 240797 for additional details.

Products

Skype Technologies S.A.

Skype

Unspecified

References

CVE ID: 2009-3391 (see also: NVD)
Microsoft Knowledge Base Article: 240797
Other Advisory URL: http://services.netscreen.com/documentation/signatures/HTTP%3ASKYPE-EZPMUTILS.html
https://services.netscreen.com/restricted/sigupdates/nsm-updates/1717.html#HTTP:SKYPE-EZPMUTILS

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