CVE-2025-58132: CWE-77 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') in Zoom Communications Inc. Zoom Clients for Windows
Command injection in some Zoom Clients for Windows may allow an authenticated user to conduct a disclosure of information via network access.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-58132 is a medium-severity command injection vulnerability identified in Zoom Communications Inc.'s Zoom Clients for Windows. The root cause is improper neutralization of special elements used in command inputs, classified under CWE-77. This vulnerability allows an authenticated user to inject commands that the application improperly processes, potentially leading to unauthorized disclosure of information via network access. The attack vector requires the attacker to have valid user credentials and involves user interaction, which reduces the likelihood of remote exploitation without user involvement. The vulnerability affects certain versions of Zoom Clients for Windows, though specific affected versions are not detailed here. The CVSS v3.1 score is 4.1, reflecting a network attack vector with low complexity, requiring privileges and user interaction, and impacting confidentiality with no effect on integrity or availability. No public exploits are known at this time, and no patches have been linked yet. The vulnerability's scope is limited to Windows clients, which are widely used globally, especially in enterprise and government sectors. The improper input handling could allow attackers to execute system commands indirectly, leading to information disclosure risks. This flaw highlights the importance of secure coding practices around command execution and input sanitization in client applications.
Potential Impact
The primary impact of CVE-2025-58132 is the potential unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information from affected Zoom clients on Windows systems. While the vulnerability does not affect data integrity or system availability, the confidentiality breach can expose user data or internal information, which could be leveraged for further attacks or espionage. Since exploitation requires authenticated access and user interaction, the risk is somewhat mitigated but remains significant in environments where user credentials may be compromised or social engineering is feasible. Organizations relying heavily on Zoom for communication, especially those handling sensitive or regulated data, face increased exposure. The vulnerability could undermine trust in Zoom's security posture and lead to compliance issues if exploited. Additionally, attackers might use disclosed information to facilitate lateral movement or privilege escalation within corporate networks. The lack of known exploits currently reduces immediate risk, but the presence of this vulnerability necessitates proactive defense measures.
Mitigation Recommendations
Organizations should monitor Zoom's official channels for patches addressing CVE-2025-58132 and apply updates promptly once available. Until patches are released, implement strict access controls to limit authenticated user privileges on Zoom clients, minimizing the risk of exploitation. Employ application whitelisting and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions to detect anomalous command execution attempts. Educate users about phishing and social engineering tactics that could lead to credential compromise or malicious interaction. Network segmentation can limit the impact of any information disclosure. Additionally, conduct regular audits of Zoom client configurations and logs to identify suspicious activities. Developers and security teams should advocate for Zoom to improve input validation and command handling in future releases. Finally, consider deploying host-based intrusion prevention systems (HIPS) to block unauthorized command injections at the client level.
Affected Countries
United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, Japan, South Korea, India, Brazil
CVE-2025-58132: CWE-77 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') in Zoom Communications Inc. Zoom Clients for Windows
Description
Command injection in some Zoom Clients for Windows may allow an authenticated user to conduct a disclosure of information via network access.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-58132 is a medium-severity command injection vulnerability identified in Zoom Communications Inc.'s Zoom Clients for Windows. The root cause is improper neutralization of special elements used in command inputs, classified under CWE-77. This vulnerability allows an authenticated user to inject commands that the application improperly processes, potentially leading to unauthorized disclosure of information via network access. The attack vector requires the attacker to have valid user credentials and involves user interaction, which reduces the likelihood of remote exploitation without user involvement. The vulnerability affects certain versions of Zoom Clients for Windows, though specific affected versions are not detailed here. The CVSS v3.1 score is 4.1, reflecting a network attack vector with low complexity, requiring privileges and user interaction, and impacting confidentiality with no effect on integrity or availability. No public exploits are known at this time, and no patches have been linked yet. The vulnerability's scope is limited to Windows clients, which are widely used globally, especially in enterprise and government sectors. The improper input handling could allow attackers to execute system commands indirectly, leading to information disclosure risks. This flaw highlights the importance of secure coding practices around command execution and input sanitization in client applications.
Potential Impact
The primary impact of CVE-2025-58132 is the potential unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information from affected Zoom clients on Windows systems. While the vulnerability does not affect data integrity or system availability, the confidentiality breach can expose user data or internal information, which could be leveraged for further attacks or espionage. Since exploitation requires authenticated access and user interaction, the risk is somewhat mitigated but remains significant in environments where user credentials may be compromised or social engineering is feasible. Organizations relying heavily on Zoom for communication, especially those handling sensitive or regulated data, face increased exposure. The vulnerability could undermine trust in Zoom's security posture and lead to compliance issues if exploited. Additionally, attackers might use disclosed information to facilitate lateral movement or privilege escalation within corporate networks. The lack of known exploits currently reduces immediate risk, but the presence of this vulnerability necessitates proactive defense measures.
Mitigation Recommendations
Organizations should monitor Zoom's official channels for patches addressing CVE-2025-58132 and apply updates promptly once available. Until patches are released, implement strict access controls to limit authenticated user privileges on Zoom clients, minimizing the risk of exploitation. Employ application whitelisting and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions to detect anomalous command execution attempts. Educate users about phishing and social engineering tactics that could lead to credential compromise or malicious interaction. Network segmentation can limit the impact of any information disclosure. Additionally, conduct regular audits of Zoom client configurations and logs to identify suspicious activities. Developers and security teams should advocate for Zoom to improve input validation and command handling in future releases. Finally, consider deploying host-based intrusion prevention systems (HIPS) to block unauthorized command injections at the client level.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Zoom
- Date Reserved
- 2025-08-25T21:15:02.862Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 68efca8eed06978b6a597399
Added to database: 10/15/2025, 4:23:42 PM
Last enriched: 2/27/2026, 5:40:02 AM
Last updated: 3/24/2026, 3:07:55 AM
Views: 147
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