CVE-2026-20346: ClamAV PDF File Format Processing Memory Corruption Vulnerability

Published Aug 7, 2026
·
Updated

A vulnerability in the PDF file format parser of ClamAV could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a DoS condition or possibly other expanded impacts as a result of memory corruption on an affected device.

Other sources

ClamAV PDF File Format Processing Memory Corruption Vulnerability

— Microsoft

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
clamav
Microsoft azl3 clamav 1.5.3-1<1.5.4-1
1.5.4-1
debian/clamav<=1.4.3+dfsg-1~deb12u2, <=1.4.3+dfsg-1
1.4.6+dfsg-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.5.4-1
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/clamav to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.4.6+dfsg-1

Event History

Aug 7, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:42 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:42 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Aug 11, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:17 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:17 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:17 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Sep 21, 2026
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·01:52 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Debian·01:53 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·01:53 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-20346?

The severity of CVE-2026-20346 is rated high with a score of 7.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-20346?

To fix CVE-2026-20346, ensure that you update ClamAV to the latest version where the vulnerability has been addressed.

3

What impact does CVE-2026-20346 have on my system?

CVE-2026-20346 can lead to a denial of service condition or memory corruption that may allow further impacts on affected devices.

4

Who can exploit CVE-2026-20346?

CVE-2026-20346 can be exploited by an unauthenticated, remote attacker.

5

What type of software does CVE-2026-20346 affect?

CVE-2026-20346 affects ClamAV, specifically its PDF file format parser.

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