CVE-2026-4546
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CVE-2026-4546 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A weakness has been identified in Flos Freeware Notepad2 4.2.25. This impacts an unknown function in the library TextShaping.dll. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A weakness has been identified in Flos Freeware Notepad2 4.2.25. This impacts an unknown function in the library TextShaping.dll. Executing a manipulation can lead to uncontrolled search path. The attack is restricted to local execution. The attack requires a high level of complexity. The exploitability is said to be difficult. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Flos-Freeware | Notepad2 | 4.2.25 |
References
- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w5-ztNIN28mPuidtjlsilKsKKQQNOiIJ/viewPermissions Required
- https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.352373Permissions Required
- https://vuldb.com/?id.352373Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://vuldb.com/?submit.774778Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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