Unquoted Service Path Vulnerability in DiskPulse Enterprise by DiskPulse
CVE-2020-36927

8.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Diskpulse

Status
Diskpulse
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 January 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2020-36927?

DiskPulse Enterprise 13.6.14 is vulnerable due to an unquoted service path in its Windows service configuration. This flaw can be exploited by local attackers to execute arbitrary code on the system. By manipulating the service path found at 'C:\Program Files\Disk Pulse Enterprise\bin\diskpls.exe', attackers can inject malicious executables, potentially allowing them to escalate privileges and gain unauthorized access to sensitive functionalities of the software. It is crucial for users to apply necessary patches and restrict access to mitigate the risk.

Affected Version(s)

DiskPulse 13.6.14

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-2020-36927 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/50012
exploit
https://www.diskpulse.com
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/diskpulse-unquoted-s...
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

Brian Rodriguez
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