CVE-2026-8398

CriticalActively exploited (CISA KEV)

Description

A supply chain attack compromised the official installation packages of DAEMON Tools Lite (Windows versions 12.5.0.2421 through 12.5.0.2434), distributed from the legitimate website daemon-tools.cc between approximately April 8, 2026, and May 5, 2026. Attackers gained unauthorized access to the vendor's (AVB Disc Soft) build or distribution infrastructure and trojanized three binaries: DTHelper.exe, DiscSoftBusServiceLite.exe, and DTShellHlp.exe. These files were digitally signed with the legitimate AVB Disc Soft code-signing certificate, allowing the malicious installers to appear trustworthy and bypass signature-based detection.

SeverityCritical
CVSS9.8
Exploit probability—
ProductDaemon Tools Lite
PublishedMay 15, 2026
First seenMay 15, 2026
Added to KEVMay 27, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-506CWE-506

How to fix

CISA required action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

CISA due date: May 30, 2026

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
disc-soft daemon_tools12.5.1—

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