CVE-2020-7846
CVE-2020-7846 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cnesty Helpcom with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.0. 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-798.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.0)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (59th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-798
- Affected product: Cnesty Helpcom
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Helpcom before v10.0 contains a file download and execution vulnerability caused by storing hardcoded cryptographic key. It finally leads to a file download and execution via access to crafted web page.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-7846?
- Helpcom before v10.0 contains a file download and execution vulnerability caused by storing hardcoded cryptographic key. It finally leads to a file download and execution via access to crafted web page.
- How severe is CVE-2020-7846?
- CVE-2020-7846 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.0, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2020-7846 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-7846?
- CVE-2020-7846 affects Cnesty Helpcom. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-7846?
- 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-2020-7846 published?
- CVE-2020-7846 was published on 2021-02-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:cnesty:helpcom:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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