CVE-2026-92180

High

Description

pdfforge PDF Architect activation-service Update Service Uncontrolled Search Path Element Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of pdfforge PDF Architect. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the activation-service process. The product loads a library from an unsecured location. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-29536.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
ProductPDF Architect
PublishedSep 15, 2026
First seenSep 15, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-427CWE-427

How to fix

Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
pdfforge PDF Architect9.1.90.23122—

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