Unquoted Service Path Vulnerability in MEMU Play by Microvirt
CVE-2020-36937

8.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microvirt

Status
Memu Play
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 January 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2020-36937?

The MEMU Play 3.7.0 application by Microvirt is impacted by an unquoted service path vulnerability within its MEmusvc Windows service. Local attackers can exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. By leveraging the absence of quotes in the service path, attackers can introduce malicious executables that execute with elevated LocalSystem privileges, potentially compromising the entire operating system. This vulnerability poses a serious risk as it permits unauthorized code execution, allowing attackers to gain control over the affected environment.

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Affected Version(s)

MEMU PLAY 3.7.0

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-2020-36937 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/49016
exploit
https://www.memuplay.com/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/memu-play-memusvc-un...
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

SamAlucard
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