CVE-2020-9668
CVE-2020-9668 is a high-severity vulnerability in Adobe Genuine Service 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-284.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (74th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-284
- Affected product: Adobe Genuine Service
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Description
Adobe Genuine Service version 6.6 (and earlier) is affected by an Improper Access control vulnerability when handling symbolic links. An unauthenticated attacker could exploit this to elevate privileges in the context of the current user.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-9668?
- Adobe Genuine Service version 6.6 (and earlier) is affected by an Improper Access control vulnerability when handling symbolic links. An unauthenticated attacker could exploit this to elevate privileges in the context of the current user.
- How severe is CVE-2020-9668?
- CVE-2020-9668 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-2020-9668 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-9668?
- CVE-2020-9668 affects Adobe Genuine Service. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-9668?
- 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-2020-9668 published?
- CVE-2020-9668 was published on 2021-04-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:adobe:genuine_service:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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