CVE-2020-26538
First published: Fri Oct 02 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF before 10.1. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse taskkill.exe in the current working directory.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Foxitsoftware Foxit Reader | <10.1 | |
| Foxitsoftware Phantompdf | <10.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-26538?
CVE-2020-26538 is a vulnerability found in Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF versions before 10.1 that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a Trojan horse taskkill.exe in the current working directory.
How severe is CVE-2020-26538?
The severity of CVE-2020-26538 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-26538?
Foxit Reader and PhantomPDF versions before 10.1 are affected by CVE-2020-26538.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-26538?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-26538 by placing a Trojan horse taskkill.exe file in the current working directory, which will execute arbitrary code.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-26538?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-26538 in Foxit Software's security bulletins: [Foxit Software Security Bulletins](https://www.foxitsoftware.com/support/security-bulletins.html)
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