#VU78111 Improper access control in Zoom Rooms for Windows - CVE-2023-36538

Vulnerability identifier: #VU78111

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 4.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-36538

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Zoom Rooms for Windows
Client/Desktop applications / Office applications

Vendor: Zoom Video Communications, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A local user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Zoom Rooms for Windows: 5.0.0 1420.0426 - 5.14.5 2778

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External links
https://explore.zoom.us/en/trust/security/security-bulletin/#ZSB-23024

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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