Stack-based Buffer Overflow in xwpe by Identical Software
CVE-2016-20037

8.6HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Identicalsoftware

Status
XWPe
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 March 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2016-20037?

The xwpe product version 1.5.30a-2.1 and earlier is susceptible to a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability. This flaw enables local attackers to exploit the system by inputting excessively long command-line arguments, which can lead to arbitrary code execution. By manipulating input strings with 262 bytes of junk data followed by the appropriate shellcode, an attacker can overwrite the instruction pointer, potentially causing malicious code to run or the application to crash. It is essential for users and administrators to apply necessary updates to safeguard against this vulnerability.

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Affected Version(s)

xWPE 1.5.30a-2.1

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2016-20037 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39285
exploit
http://www.identicalsoftware.com/xwpe
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/xwpe-30a-stack-based...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.6
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Juan Sacco - http://www.exploitpack.com <
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