CVE-2021-34408
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CVE-2021-34408 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Zoom Client for Meetings for Windows in all versions before version 5.3.2 writes log files to a user writable directory as a privileged user during the installation or update of the client. This could allow for potential privilege escalation if a link was created between the user writable directory used and a non-user writable directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Zoom Client for Meetings for Windows in all versions before version 5.3.2 writes log files to a user writable directory as a privileged user during the installation or update of the client. This could allow for potential privilege escalation if a link was created between the user writable directory used and a non-user writable directory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zoom | Meetings | < 5.3.2 |
References
- https://explore.zoom.us/en/trust/security/security-bulletin/Vendor Advisory
- https://explore.zoom.us/en/trust/security/security-bulletin/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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