CVE-2022-28757: Local Privilege Escalation in Auto Updater for Zoom Client for Meetings for macOS
First published: Wed Aug 17 2022(Updated: )
The Zoom Client for Meetings for macOS (Standard and for IT Admin) starting with version 5.7.3 and before 5.11.6 contains a vulnerability in the auto 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 | >=5.7.3<5.11.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-28757.
What software is affected by CVE-2022-28757?
The Zoom Client for Meetings for macOS (Standard and for IT Admin) starting with version 5.7.3 and before 5.11.6 is affected.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-28757?
The severity of CVE-2022-28757 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can a local low-privileged user exploit CVE-2022-28757?
A local low-privileged user could exploit CVE-2022-28757 to escalate their privileges to root.
How can I fix CVE-2022-28757?
To fix CVE-2022-28757, update your Zoom Client for Meetings for macOS to version 5.11.6 or later.
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