CVE-2024-42439: workplace desktop — Fix

Description

Untrusted search path in the installer for Zoom Workplace Desktop App for macOS and Zoom Meeting SDK for macOS before 6.1.0 may allow a privileged user to conduct an escalation of privilege via local access.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

6.5

MEDIUM

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

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-426 CWE-426

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
zoom	meeting_software_development_kit	< 6.1.0
zoom	workplace_desktop	< 6.1.0

References

Advisories & Patches

https://www.zoom.com/en/trust/security-bulletin/zsb-24032

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-42439? +

Untrusted search path in the installer for Zoom Workplace Desktop App for macOS and Zoom Meeting SDK for macOS before 6.1.0 may allow a privileged user to conduct an escalation of privilege via local access. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-42439? +

CVE-2024-42439 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 6.5 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-42439? +

CVE-2024-42439 affects products from zoom, specifically: meeting_software_development_kit, workplace_desktop. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-42439? +

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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