CVE-2024-23459: client connector — Fix

Description

An Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') vulnerability in Zscaler Client Connector on Mac allows a system file to be overwritten.This issue affects Zscaler Client Connector on Mac : before 3.7.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

7.1

HIGH

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

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-59 CWE-59

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
zscaler	client_connector	< 3.7

References

Advisories & Patches

https://help.zscaler.com/client-connector/client-connector-app-release-summary-2022?applicable_category=macos&applicable_version=3.7 https://help.zscaler.com/client-connector/client-connector-app-release-summary-2022?applicable_category=macos&applicable_version=3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-23459? +

An Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') vulnerability in Zscaler Client Connector on Mac allows a system file to be overwritten.This issue affects Zscaler Client Connector on Mac : before 3.7. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.1 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-23459? +

CVE-2024-23459 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.1 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-23459? +

CVE-2024-23459 affects products from zscaler, specifically: client_connector. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-23459? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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