CVE-2025-49457
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.54%
Last modified
CVE-2025-49457 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Untrusted search path in certain Zoom Clients for Windows may allow an unauthenticated user to conduct an escalation of privilege via network access. EPSS estimates a 0.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Untrusted search path in certain Zoom Clients for Windows may allow an unauthenticated user to conduct an escalation of privilege via network access
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zoom | Meeting Software Development Kit | < 6.3.10 |
| Zoom | Rooms | < 6.3.10 |
| Zoom | Rooms Controller | < 6.3.10 |
| Zoom | Workplace Desktop | < 6.3.10 |
| Zoom | Workplace Virtual Desktop Infrastructure | < 6.1.16 |
| Zoom | Workplace Virtual Desktop Infrastructure | >= 6.2.10, < 6.2.12 |
References
- https://www.zoom.com/en/trust/security-bulletin/zsb-25030Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-49457?
Untrusted search path in certain Zoom Clients for Windows may allow an unauthenticated user to conduct an escalation of privilege via network access
How severe is CVE-2025-49457?
CVE-2025-49457 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-49457?
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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