CVE-2026-25880 Details
Description
SumatraPDF is a multi-format reader for Windows. In 3.5.2 and earlier, the PDF reader allows execution of a malicious binary (explorer.exe) located in the same directory as the opened PDF when the user clicks File → “Show in folder”. This behavior leads to arbitrary code execution on the victim’s system with the privileges of the current user, without any warning or user interaction beyond the menu click.
A vulnerability in SumatraPDF versions prior to 3.5.2 allows for arbitrary code execution by exploiting the application's handling of file paths. When a user opens a PDF and selects 'Show in folder', SumatraPDF executes a malicious binary named 'explorer.exe' located in the same directory as the PDF, instead of the legitimate Windows file explorer. This behavior occurs without any warning or additional user interaction, executing the malicious code with the current user's privileges.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Feb 10, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/sumatrapdfreader/sumatrapdf/security/advisories/GHSA-5x4h-247q-px37 | [email protected] | ExploitVendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-426 | Untrusted Search Path | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| sumatrapdfreader sumatrapdf | <= 3.5.2 |
CPE
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Feb 23, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Feb 9, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |