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CVE-2024-23458 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.3) affecting client connector. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
While copying individual autoupdater log files, reparse point check was missing which could result into crafted attacks, potentially leading to a local privilege escalation. This issue affects Zscaler Client Connector on Windows <4.2.0.190.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.3 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.1% (top 98%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-346 |
| Published | 2024-08-06 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-23458?
client connector: upgrade to 4.2.0.190. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-23458 being exploited?
CVE-2024-23458 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-23458 affect?
CVE-2024-23458 affects client connector. Severity is high (CVSS 7.3). While copying individual autoupdater log files, reparse point check was missing which could result into crafted attacks, potentially leading to a local privilege escalation. This issue affects Zscaler Client Connector on Windows <4.2.0.190.
How urgent is CVE-2024-23458?
Priority 26/100. High severity
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