RustDesk Client Application API Message Manipulation Vulnerability via Man-in-the-Middle Attack

Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in the RustDesk Client across multiple platforms, including Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and the WebClient. This vulnerability allows for Application API Message Manipulation through a Man-in-the-Middle attack. It affects RustDesk Client versions through 1.4.5.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized manipulation of Application API messages, potentially allowing an attacker to alter the behavior of the RustDesk client or the actions performed through the API.

Added: Mar 5, 2026, 4:27 PM
Updated: Mar 5, 2026, 4:27 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
5.2
impact
0.6
exploitability
6.4
remediation
0.0
relevance
3.5
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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