CVE-2026-53420
HIGHCVSS 8/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-53420 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8/10 on the CVSS scale. Buffer overflow in a Zoom Phone feature of Zoom Workplace Clients may allow an unauthenticated user to conduct a escalation of privilege via network access..
Description
Buffer overflow in a Zoom Phone feature of Zoom Workplace Clients may allow an unauthenticated user to conduct a escalation of privilege via network access.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zoom Communications | Zoom Workplace | < 7.2.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-53420?
Buffer overflow in a Zoom Phone feature of Zoom Workplace Clients may allow an unauthenticated user to conduct a escalation of privilege via network access.
How severe is CVE-2026-53420?
CVE-2026-53420 has a CVSS score of 8/10 (HIGH severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-53420?
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.
How Strix Helps
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