Unquoted Service Path Vulnerability in RealTimes Desktop Service by RealNetworks
CVE-2020-37251

8.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Real

Status
Realtimes Desktop Service
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 June 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2020-37251?

The RealTimes Desktop Service version 18.1.4 contains a security flaw due to an unquoted service path in the rpdsvc.exe binary. This vulnerability allows local attackers to exploit the service by placing malicious executables in directories included in the unquoted path. As a result, during service startup or system reboot, these malicious executables can be executed with LocalSystem privileges, potentially leading to significant security breaches.

Affected Version(s)

RealTimes Desktop Service 18.1.4

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-2020-37251 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/49021
exploit
https://www.real.com/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/realtimes-desktop-se...
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

Erick Galindo
.