ZDI-23-220: Parallels Desktop Toolgate XML Injection Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Mar 7, 2023
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Parallels Desktop. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target guest system in order to exploit this vulnerability.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Parallels Desktop

Event History

Mar 7, 2023
Advisory Published
06:00 AM
Data Sourced
06:00 AM
Description
Mar 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·07:01 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-23-220?

The severity of ZDI-23-220 is considered critical due to its potential for privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix ZDI-23-220?

To fix ZDI-23-220, apply the latest security updates provided by Parallels for Parallels Desktop for Mac.

3

Who is affected by ZDI-23-220?

ZDI-23-220 affects all installations of Parallels Desktop for Mac that are not updated to the latest version.

4

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-23-220?

ZDI-23-220 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.

5

What conditions are required to exploit ZDI-23-220?

An attacker must first gain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target guest system to exploit ZDI-23-220.

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