CVE-2023-36541
CVE-2023-36541 is a high-severity vulnerability in Zoom with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-345.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.0)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (36th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-345
- Affected product: Zoom
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Insufficient verification of data authenticity in Zoom Desktop Client for Windows before 5.14.5 may allow an authenticated user to enable an escalation of privilege via network access.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-36541?
- Insufficient verification of data authenticity in Zoom Desktop Client for Windows before 5.14.5 may allow an authenticated user to enable an escalation of privilege via network access.
- How severe is CVE-2023-36541?
- CVE-2023-36541 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.0, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-36541 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-36541?
- CVE-2023-36541 affects Zoom. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-36541?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2023-36541 published?
- CVE-2023-36541 was published on 2023-08-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:zoom:zoom:*:*:*:*:*:windows:*:*
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