CVE-2020-9673
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.04%
Last modified
CVE-2020-9673 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Adobe ColdFusion 2016 update 15 and earlier versions, and ColdFusion 2018 update 9 and earlier versions have a dll search-order hijacking vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.. EPSS estimates a 1.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Adobe ColdFusion 2016 update 15 and earlier versions, and ColdFusion 2018 update 9 and earlier versions have a dll search-order hijacking vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Coldfusion | 2016 |
| Adobe | Coldfusion | 2018 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-9673?
Adobe ColdFusion 2016 update 15 and earlier versions, and ColdFusion 2018 update 9 and earlier versions have a dll search-order hijacking vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to privilege escalation.
How severe is CVE-2020-9673?
CVE-2020-9673 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9673?
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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