#VU63594 Security features bypass in Zoom Workplace Desktop App for macOS - CVE-2022-22781

Vulnerability identifier: #VU63594

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-22781

CWE-ID: CWE-254

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Zoom Workplace Desktop App for macOS
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications

Vendor: Zoom Video Communications, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to application does not validate the package version during the update process. A remote attacker can trick the victim into downgrading the current software version.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Zoom Workplace Desktop App for macOS: 5.0.0 23186.0427 - 5.9.3 4239

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External links
https://explore.zoom.us/en/trust/security/security-bulletin/#ZSB-22003

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.