CVE-2023-36538: High severity zoom rooms vulnerability

Published Jul 11, 2023
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Updated

Improper access control in Zoom Rooms for Windows before version 5.15.0 may allow an authenticated user to enable an escalation of privilege via local access.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Zoom Rooms Windows<5.15.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Zoom Rooms for Windows to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 5.15.0

Event History

Jul 11, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:12 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:12 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-36538?

CVE-2023-36538 is a vulnerability in Zoom Rooms for Windows before version 5.15.0 that may allow an authenticated user to enable an escalation of privilege via local access.

2

How does CVE-2023-36538 impact Zoom Rooms for Windows?

CVE-2023-36538 can allow an authenticated user to elevate their privileges in Zoom Rooms for Windows if they have local access.

3

How severe is CVE-2023-36538?

CVE-2023-36538 has a severity level of high.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-36538?

To fix CVE-2023-36538, update Zoom Rooms for Windows to version 5.15.0 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-36538?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-36538 in the Zoom Rooms security bulletin at https://explore.zoom.us/en/trust/security/security-bulletin/.

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