CVE-2020-9671
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 4.00%
Last modified
CVE-2020-9671 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application versions 5.1 and earlier have an insecure file permissions vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.. EPSS estimates a 4.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application versions 5.1 and earlier have an insecure file permissions vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Creative Cloud Desktop Application | <= 5.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-9671?
Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application versions 5.1 and earlier have an insecure file permissions vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.
How severe is CVE-2020-9671?
CVE-2020-9671 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9671?
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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