CVE-2022-28751
First published: Wed Aug 17 2022(Updated: )
The Zoom Client for Meetings for MacOS (Standard and for IT Admin) before version 5.11.3 contains a vulnerability in the package signature validation during the update process. A local low-privileged user could exploit this vulnerability to escalate their privileges to root.
Credit: security@zoom.us
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Zoom Meetings | <5.11.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this Zoom Client vulnerability in MacOS?
The vulnerability ID for this Zoom Client vulnerability in MacOS is CVE-2022-28751.
What is the description of the vulnerability?
The vulnerability in the Zoom Client for Meetings for MacOS allows a local low-privileged user to escalate their privileges to root.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-28751?
The severity of CVE-2022-28751 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which version of Zoom Client for Meetings for MacOS is affected by this vulnerability?
The Zoom Client for Meetings for MacOS versions up to and exclusive of 5.11.3 are affected by this vulnerability.
How can the vulnerability be exploited?
A local low-privileged user could exploit this vulnerability during the update process of Zoom Client for Meetings for MacOS to escalate their privileges to root.
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