CVE-2020-27281

Name: CVE-2020-27281
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-01-11T16:15:15.303+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 2.02%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-27281 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A stack-based buffer overflow may exist in Delta Electronics CNCSoft ScreenEditor versions 1.01.26 and prior when processing specially crafted project files, which may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 2.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A stack-based buffer overflow may exist in Delta Electronics CNCSoft ScreenEditor versions 1.01.26 and prior when processing specially crafted project files, which may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

2.02%

78.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Deltaww	Cncsoft Screeneditor	<= 1.01.26

References

https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-005-06Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-039/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-005-06Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-039/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jan 11, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-27281?

How severe is CVE-2020-27281?

CVE-2020-27281 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-27281?

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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Source: NVD / NIST