CVE-2020-16236
CVE-2020-16236 is a high-severity vulnerability in Panasonic Fpwin Pro with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-125.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (64th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-125
- Affected product: Panasonic Fpwin Pro
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
FPWIN Pro is vulnerable to an out-of-bounds read vulnerability when a user opens a maliciously crafted project file, which may allow an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-16236?
- FPWIN Pro is vulnerable to an out-of-bounds read vulnerability when a user opens a maliciously crafted project file, which may allow an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code.
- How severe is CVE-2020-16236?
- CVE-2020-16236 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2020-16236 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (64th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-16236?
- CVE-2020-16236 affects Panasonic Fpwin Pro. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-16236?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2020-16236 published?
- CVE-2020-16236 was published on 2021-01-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:panasonic:fpwin_pro:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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