CVE-2022-28768: Local Privilege Escalation in Zoom Client Installer for macOS
First published: Thu Nov 17 2022(Updated: )
The Zoom Client for Meetings Installer for macOS (Standard and for IT Admin) before version 5.12.6 contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability. A local low-privileged user could exploit this vulnerability during the install process to escalate their privileges to root.
Credit: security@zoom.us
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Zoom Meetings | <5.12.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-28768?
CVE-2022-28768 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability in the Zoom Client for Meetings Installer for macOS.
How does CVE-2022-28768 affect Zoom Meetings for macOS?
CVE-2022-28768 affects Zoom Meetings for macOS by allowing a local low-privileged user to escalate their privileges to root during the installation process.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-28768?
The severity of CVE-2022-28768 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can I fix CVE-2022-28768?
To fix CVE-2022-28768, you should update the Zoom Client for Meetings Installer for macOS to version 5.12.6 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-28768?
You can find more information about CVE-2022-28768 in the Zoom security bulletin at https://explore.zoom.us/en/trust/security/security-bulletin/
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