CVE-2017-15049: OS Command Injection

Published Dec 19, 2017
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Updated

The ZoomLauncher binary in the Zoom client for Linux before 2.0.115900.1201 does not properly sanitize user input when constructing a shell command, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging the zoommtg:// scheme handler.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Zoom Zoom Linux<2.0.115900.1201

Event History

Dec 19, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-15049?

CVE-2017-15049 is a vulnerability in the Zoom client for Linux that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging a specific scheme handler.

2

What software is affected by CVE-2017-15049?

The Zoom client for Linux before version 2.0.115900.1201 is affected by CVE-2017-15049.

3

How severe is CVE-2017-15049?

CVE-2017-15049 has a severity rating of 8.8 (critical).

4

How can I fix CVE-2017-15049?

To fix CVE-2017-15049, users should update their Zoom client for Linux to version 2.0.115900.1201 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-15049?

You can find more information about CVE-2017-15049 in the references provided: http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/145453/Zoom-Linux-Client-2.0.106600.0904-Command-Injection.html, http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Dec/47, https://github.com/convisoappsec/advisories/blob/master/2017/CONVISO-17-003.txt

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