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Zscaler Client Connector Privilege Escalation Vulnerability on macOS

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in Zscaler Client Connector for macOS, in versions prior to 4.2.0.241, allows local attackers to elevate privileges. This issue arises from improper verification of loaded libraries, creating an opportunity for exploitation.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation on the affected macOS system.

Remediation

Users can update to Zscaler Client Connector version 4.2.0.241 or later to address this vulnerability. For best practices on updating, refer to the Zscaler Client Connector Release Notes.

Added: Sep 1, 2025, 7:22 PM
Updated: Sep 1, 2025, 7:22 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
6.6
impact
10.0
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.8

Our algorithm analyzes dozens of metrics to generate these 8 key vulnerability categories, which are then combined to calculate the overall risk score.