Intrusion PreventionSkype.Extras.Manager.ActiveX.Code.Execution
Description
This indicates an attack attempt against a code-execution vulnerability in Skype Extras Manager.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles a specific method. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via sending a crafted web page.
Affected Products
Skype for Windows versions prior to 4.1.0.179.
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems
Recommended Actions
Update Skype to version 4.1.0.179.
Telemetry
Coverage
| IPS (Regular DB) | |
| IPS (Extended DB) |
Version Updates
| Date | Version | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-01-11 | 16.995 |
| ID | 23791 |
| Created | Jul 29, 2010 |
| Updated | Jan 12, 2021 |
| Risk |
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| CVE ID | CVE-2009-4741 |
| Exploit Prediction Score | 0.18% |
| Default Action | drop |
| Active | |
| Affected OS | Windows |
| Affected App | IM |