CVE-2024-23457

Name: CVE-2024-23457
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-05-01T17:15:28.853+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.20%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-23457 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The anti-tampering functionality of the Zscaler Client Connector can be disabled under certain conditions when an uninstall password is enforced. This affects Zscaler Client Connector on Windows prior to 4.2.0.209 . EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The anti-tampering functionality of the Zscaler Client Connector can be disabled under certain conditions when an uninstall password is enforced. This affects Zscaler Client Connector on Windows prior to 4.2.0.209

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.20%

10.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-269

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Zscaler	Client Connector	< 4.2.0.209

References

https://help.zscaler.com/client-connector/client-connector-app-release-summary-2023Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://help.zscaler.com/client-connector/client-connector-app-release-summary-2023Release Notes, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 1, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-23457?

How severe is CVE-2024-23457?

CVE-2024-23457 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-23457?

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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Source: NVD / NIST