7.8High
CVE-2020-37252Realtek Audio Service 1.0.0.55 Unquoted Service Path Privilege Escalation
Description
Realtek Audio Service 1.0.0.55 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in RtkAudioService64.exe that allows local attackers to escalate privileges by injecting malicious code. Attackers can place executable files in the unquoted service path directory to execute arbitrary code with LocalSystem privileges during service startup or system reboot.
Weakness (CWE):
CWE-428
Data: CVE.org, NVD, CISA KEV, FIRST EPSS, Ubuntu. Published as the sources state it, in English.
Affected products and versions
| Vendor | Product | Versions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| dell | realtek high definition audio driver | 1.0.0.55 | |
| Realtek | Realtek Audio Service | 1.0.0.55 |
References and patches
- ExploitDB-49015 exploit
- Official Product Homepage product
- VulnCheck Advisory: Realtek Audio Service 1.0.0.55 Unquoted Service Path Privilege Escalation third-party-advisory