CVE-2020-9682
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 4.31%
Last modified
CVE-2020-9682 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application versions 5.1 and earlier have a symlink vulnerability vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary file system write.. EPSS estimates a 4.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application versions 5.1 and earlier have a symlink vulnerability vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary file system write.
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-2020-9682?
Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application versions 5.1 and earlier have a symlink vulnerability vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary file system write.
How severe is CVE-2020-9682?
CVE-2020-9682 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-9682?
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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