CVE-2016-4900: Untrusted search path vulnerability in Evernote for Windows versions prior to 6.3 allows remote attackers t...

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CVE-2016-4900 affects Evernote for Windows versions before 6.3. The issue involves unsafe DLL loading from an untrusted search path, which could let an attacker use a malicious DLL to gain privileges. The public bundle does not provide CVSS, detailed prerequisites, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is mainly legacy Windows endpoints still running Evernote for Windows before version 6.3. Current, updated, or non-Windows Evernote clients are not identified as affected in the provided bundle. Treat this as a legacy endpoint hygiene issue unless inventory shows old Evernote clients in use. Prioritize removal or upgrade on managed Windows systems, but do not escalate as actively exploited based on the provided evidence. Mitigation focus: Inventory Evernote for Windows installations and identify versions before 6.3.; Upgrade affected clients to Evernote for Windows 6.3 or later, preferably a current supported release.; Remove Evernote from endpoints where it is not business required..

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Jun 13, 2026, 05:01 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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