MEDIUM
CVE-2020-35460
CWE-22Published: December 14, 2020· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
5.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
common/InputStreamHelper.java in Packwood MPXJ before 8.3.5 allows directory traversal in the zip stream handler flow, leading to the writing of files to arbitrary locations.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2020-35460 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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NVD Detail
Official NIST entry
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (6)
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http://www.mpxj.org/changes-report.html#a8.3.5Release Notes · Vendor Advisory
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https://github.com/joniles/mpxj/commit/8eaf4225048ea5ba7e59ef4556dab2098fcc4a1dPatch · Third Party Advisory
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https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2021.htmlPatch · Third Party Advisory
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http://www.mpxj.org/changes-report.html#a8.3.5Release Notes · Vendor Advisory
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https://github.com/joniles/mpxj/commit/8eaf4225048ea5ba7e59ef4556dab2098fcc4a1dPatch · Third Party Advisory
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https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2021.htmlPatch · Third Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2020-35460
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-22
CISA KEVNo
Affected2 vendor(s)
PublishedDec 14, 2020
Related CVEs (CWE-22)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2020-35460 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.