CVE-2020-26893
First published: Fri Oct 16 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in ClamXAV 3 before 3.1.1. A malicious actor could use a properly signed copy of ClamXAV 2 (running with an injected malicious dylib) to communicate with ClamXAV 3's helper tool and perform privileged operations. This occurs because of inadequate client verification in the helper tool.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ClamXAV | >=3.0.0<3.1.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-26893?
CVE-2020-26893 has a high severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2020-26893?
To resolve CVE-2020-26893, upgrade to ClamXAV version 3.1.1 or later.
What does CVE-2020-26893 exploit?
CVE-2020-26893 exploits inadequate client verification in ClamXAV's helper tool.
What versions of ClamXAV are affected by CVE-2020-26893?
CVE-2020-26893 affects ClamXAV versions prior to 3.1.1.
Can CVE-2020-26893 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-26893 can potentially be exploited remotely by a malicious actor.
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