CVE-2020-9682

Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application versions 5.1 and earlier have a symlink vulnerability vulnerability

published July 17, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
91.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky symlink vulnerability lurks in Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop App versions 5.1 and earlier! 🌪️ This could lead to arbitrary file system writes, and that’s something we definitely want to avoid! Think of this like leaving a hidden entryway in a vault that anyone with the right tools can use to stash items without your knowledge — pretty dangerous if you ask me! 🌟 If exploited, an attacker could potentially slip unwanted files into your system or overwrite existing ones, which could compromise sensitive data or disrupt your workflow. While this isn’t actively exploited yet, it’s like having a weak spot in your fortress that can be taken advantage of anytime!

Put simply

Think of this like leaving a hidden entryway in a vault that anyone with the right tools can use to stash items without your knowledge — pretty dangerous if you ask me! 🌟 This vulnerability allows an attacker to create a symbolic link, redirecting file operations to unintended areas of the file system. In simpler terms, it’s a way for attackers to gain unauthorized access to write files where they shouldn’t be able to.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could potentially slip unwanted files into your system or overwrite existing ones, which could compromise sensitive data or disrupt your workflow. While this isn’t actively exploited yet, it’s like having a weak spot in your fortress that can be taken advantage of anytime! To safeguard your system, update to the latest version of Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop App as soon as possible. Always keep your software up-to-date to patch potential vulnerabilities like this one. 🔒 You've got this! Follow those steps, and you'll ensure your system is secure and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04306 · 91.0th percentile
Published
2020-07-17T00:01Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 JUL 00:01Z
    Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop Application versions 5.1 and earlier have a symlink vulnerability vulnerability
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