CVE-2020-26538
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.48%
Last modified
CVE-2020-26538 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 10.1. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse taskkill.exe in the current working directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 10.1. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse taskkill.exe in the current working directory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware | Foxit Reader | < 10.1 |
| Foxitsoftware | Phantompdf | < 10.1 |
References
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-26538?
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 10.1. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse taskkill.exe in the current working directory.
How severe is CVE-2020-26538?
CVE-2020-26538 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-26538?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-26538?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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