Unquoted Service Path Vulnerability in Kite by Kite
CVE-2020-37247

8.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Kite

Status
Kite
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 May 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2020-37247?

The Kite 4.2.0.1 U1 version contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in the KiteService Windows service. This flaw permits local attackers to escalate their privileges by exploiting the service’s binary path. By placing a malicious executable in the Program Files directory, attackers can execute it with LocalSystem privileges when the service starts. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, allowing unauthorized users to gain elevated access on affected systems.

Affected Version(s)

Kite 4.2.0.1 U1

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-2020-37247 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/50975
exploit
https://www.kite.com/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/kite-u1-unquoted-ser...
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

Ghaleb Al-otaibi
.