CVE-2019-8236
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 3.36%
Last modified
CVE-2019-8236 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Creative Cloud Desktop Application version 4.6.1 and earlier versions have Security Bypass vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to Privilege Escalation in the context of the current user.. EPSS estimates a 3.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Creative Cloud Desktop Application version 4.6.1 and earlier versions have Security Bypass vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to Privilege Escalation in the context of the current user.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Creative Cloud | <= 4.6.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-8236?
Creative Cloud Desktop Application version 4.6.1 and earlier versions have Security Bypass vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to Privilege Escalation in the context of the current user.
How severe is CVE-2019-8236?
CVE-2019-8236 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8236?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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