Unquoted Service Path Vulnerability in MiniTool ShadowMaker by MiniTool
CVE-2020-36953

8.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Minitool

Status
Minitool Shadowmaker
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 January 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2020-36953?

MiniTool ShadowMaker 3.2 features an unquoted service path vulnerability within the MTAgentService component. This flaw permits local attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting the unquoted service path found in 'C:\Program Files\MiniTool ShadowMaker\AgentService.exe'. By injecting malicious executables, attackers can escalate their privileges and potentially take complete control of the affected system. It is crucial for users to apply security updates to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

MiniTool ShadowMaker 0 <= 3.2

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-2020-36953 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/49336
exploit
https://www.minitool.com
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/minitool-shadowmaker...
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

Thalia Nieto
.