PatchTheCVECVE-2020-8094: An untrusted search path vulnerability in testinitsigs.exe as used in Bitdefender Antivirus Free 2020 allows a
CVE-2020-8094 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting antivirus 2020. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
An untrusted search path vulnerability in testinitsigs.exe as used in Bitdefender Antivirus Free 2020 allows a low-privilege attacker to execute code as SYSTEM via a specially crafted DLL file.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.2% (top 92%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-426 |
| Published | 2025-01-15 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2020-8094?
antivirus 2020: upgrade to 1.0.16.152. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-8094 being exploited?
CVE-2020-8094 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2020-8094 affect?
CVE-2020-8094 affects antivirus 2020. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). An untrusted search path vulnerability in testinitsigs.exe as used in Bitdefender Antivirus Free 2020 allows a low-privilege attacker to execute code as SYSTEM via a specially crafted DLL file.
How urgent is CVE-2020-8094?
Priority 29/100. High severity