CVE-2022-28768: Local Privilege Escalation in Zoom Client Installer for macOS

Published Nov 17, 2022
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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.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Zoom Meetings Macos<5.12.6

Event History

Nov 17, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:36 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-28768?

CVE-2022-28768 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability in the Zoom Client for Meetings Installer for macOS.

2

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.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-28768?

The severity of CVE-2022-28768 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.

4

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.

5

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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