CVE-2021-26736: ZApp Installer Privilege Escalation Vulnerabilities

Published Oct 23, 2023
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Updated

Multiple vulnerabilities in the Zscaler Client Connector Installer and Uninstaller for Windows prior to 3.6 allowed execution of binaries from a low privileged path. A local adversary may be able to execute code with SYSTEM privileges.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Zscaler Client Connector Windows<3.6

Event History

Oct 23, 2023
CVE Published
01:21 PM
Data Sourced
01:21 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-26736?

CVE-2021-26736 is a vulnerability in the Zscaler Client Connector Installer and Uninstaller for Windows prior to 3.6 that allows execution of binaries from a low privileged path, potentially enabling a local adversary to execute code with SYSTEM privileges.

2

How does CVE-2021-26736 affect Zscaler Client Connector?

CVE-2021-26736 affects Zscaler Client Connector versions prior to 3.6 on Windows.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-26736?

The severity of CVE-2021-26736 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-26736?

An attacker with local access to the system can exploit CVE-2021-26736 by executing binaries from a low privileged path, potentially gaining SYSTEM privileges.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2021-26736?

Yes, upgrading to Zscaler Client Connector version 3.6 or later addresses CVE-2021-26736.

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