CVE-2022-36927
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2022-36927 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Zoom Rooms for macOS clients before version 5.11.3 contain a local privilege escalation vulnerability. A local low-privileged user could exploit this vulnerability to escalate their privileges to root.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Zoom Rooms for macOS clients before version 5.11.3 contain a local privilege escalation vulnerability. A local low-privileged user could exploit this vulnerability to escalate their privileges to root.
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 | Rooms | < 5.11.3 |
References
- https://explore.zoom.us/en/trust/security/security-bulletin/Vendor Advisory
- https://explore.zoom.us/en/trust/security/security-bulletin/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-36927?
Zoom Rooms for macOS clients before version 5.11.3 contain a local privilege escalation vulnerability. A local low-privileged user could exploit this vulnerability to escalate their privileges to root.
How severe is CVE-2022-36927?
CVE-2022-36927 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-36927?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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