SB2020071440 - Information disclosure in Microsoft Skype for Business via Microsoft Edge (EdgeHTML-based)



SB2020071440 - Information disclosure in Microsoft Skype for Business via Microsoft Edge (EdgeHTML-based)

Published: July 14, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020071440
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Information disclosure (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1462)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to the Skype for Business is accessed via Microsoft Edge (EdgeHTML-based). A remote attacker can trick a victim into clicking a specially crafted URL that prompts the Skype app and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.