CVE-2024-20738

Name: CVE-2024-20738
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-02-15T13:15:48.473+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.06%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-20738 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Adobe FrameMaker Publishing Server versions 2022.1 and earlier are affected by an Improper Authentication vulnerability that could result in a Security feature bypass. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication mechanisms and gain unauthorized access. EPSS estimates a 1.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Adobe FrameMaker Publishing Server versions 2022.1 and earlier are affected by an Improper Authentication vulnerability that could result in a Security feature bypass. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication mechanisms and gain unauthorized access. Exploitation of this issue does not require user interaction.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

9.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

1.06%

60.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Adobe	Framemaker Publishing Server	< 2022
Adobe	Framemaker Publishing Server	2022

References

https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/framemaker-publishing-server/apsb24-10.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/framemaker-publishing-server/apsb24-10.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 15, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-20738?

How severe is CVE-2024-20738?

CVE-2024-20738 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.06% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-20738?

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-2024-20738?

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Source: NVD / NIST