CVE-2021-34419: HTML injection in Zoom Linux client
First published: Thu Nov 11 2021(Updated: )
In the Zoom Client for Meetings for Ubuntu Linux before version 5.1.0, there is an HTML injection flaw when sending a remote control request to a user in the process of in-meeting screen sharing. This could allow meeting participants to be targeted for social engineering attacks.
Credit: security@zoom.us
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Zoom Meetings | <5.1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-34419?
CVE-2021-34419 is considered a medium-severity vulnerability due to its potential for social engineering attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2021-34419?
To resolve CVE-2021-34419, users should update the Zoom Client for Meetings to version 5.1.0 or later.
What impact can CVE-2021-34419 have on users?
CVE-2021-34419 can enable attackers to conduct social engineering attacks on meeting participants through HTML injection.
Are all versions of Zoom Client for Meetings affected by CVE-2021-34419?
Only versions of Zoom Client for Meetings for Ubuntu Linux before 5.1.0 are affected by CVE-2021-34419.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2021-34419?
CVE-2021-34419 is an HTML injection flaw that occurs during remote control requests while screen sharing in Zoom meetings.
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