CVE-2020-11634: High severity zscaler client connector vulnerability

Published Jul 15, 2021
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Updated

The Zscaler Client Connector for Windows prior to 2.1.2.105 had a DLL hijacking vulnerability caused due to the configuration of OpenSSL. A local adversary may be able to execute arbitrary code in the SYSTEM context.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Zscaler Client Connector Windows<2.1.2.105

Event History

Jul 15, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:18 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-11634?

The severity of CVE-2020-11634 is high with a severity value of 7.8.

2

How does the DLL hijacking vulnerability occur in Zscaler Client Connector for Windows (CVE-2020-11634)?

The DLL hijacking vulnerability in Zscaler Client Connector for Windows (CVE-2020-11634) is caused due to the configuration of OpenSSL.

3

What is the impact of the DLL hijacking vulnerability in Zscaler Client Connector for Windows (CVE-2020-11634)?

The DLL hijacking vulnerability in Zscaler Client Connector for Windows (CVE-2020-11634) allows a local adversary to execute arbitrary code in the SYSTEM context.

4

Which version of Zscaler Client Connector for Windows is affected by CVE-2020-11634?

Zscaler Client Connector for Windows prior to version 2.1.2.105 is affected by CVE-2020-11634.

5

How can I fix the DLL hijacking vulnerability in Zscaler Client Connector for Windows (CVE-2020-11634)?

To fix the DLL hijacking vulnerability in Zscaler Client Connector for Windows (CVE-2020-11634), update to version 2.1.2.105 or later.

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