JVN#36921800: K2Editor may insecurely load executable files

K2Editor is a text editor. K2Editor loads certain executables (.exe) when opening the folder that contains the text file that is being edited. K2Editor contains an issue with the file search path, which may insecurely load executables.

Impact

An attacker may execute arbitrary code with the privilege of running the application.

Solution

Update the Software
Update to the latest version according to the information provided by the developer.

Products Affected

• K2Editor r.1.5.8 and earlier