Unquoted Service Path Vulnerability in Realtek IIS Codec Service
CVE-2019-25345

8.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Realtek

Status
Rtk Iis Codec Service
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 February 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2019-25345?

The IIS Codec Service by Realtek version 6.4.10041.133 is susceptible to an unquoted service path vulnerability. This flaw can be exploited by local attackers, enabling them to potentially execute arbitrary code by injecting malicious executables into the service configuration. Consequently, this vulnerability could allow attackers to escalate their privileges on the affected system.

Affected Version(s)

RTK IIS Codec Service 6.4.10041.133

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-2019-25345 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/47642
exploit
https://www.realtek.com/en/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/rtk-iis-codec-servic...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.5
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

chuyreds
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