Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in AirControl by Ubiquiti Networks
CVE-2020-37052

9.3CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Ubiquiti, Inc.

Status
Aircontrol
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 January 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2020-37052?

AirControl 1.4.2 features a pre-authentication remote code execution flaw that permits unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary system commands. By exploiting the /.seam endpoint, an attacker can inject malicious Java expressions through specially crafted URLs, allowing them to execute commands with the application's system privileges. This vulnerability raises significant security concerns, necessitating immediate attention from affected users.

Affected Version(s)

AirControl <= 1.4.2

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-2020-37052 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/48541
exploit
https://www.ui.com/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/aircontrol-preauth-r...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
9.3
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
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

0xd0ff9 vs j3ssie
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