CVE-2020-36542

Name: CVE-2020-36542
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-06-07T18:15:11.557+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.33%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-36542 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Demokratian. This affects an unknown part of the file install/install3.php. EPSS estimates a 1.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Demokratian. This affects an unknown part of the file install/install3.php. The manipulation leads to privilege escalation. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

9.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

1.33%

67.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Demokratian	Demokratian	All versions

References

https://alquimistadesistemas.com/sql-injection-y-archivo-peligroso-en-demokratianExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://bitbucket.org/csalgadow/demokratian_votaciones/commits/0d073ee461edd5f42528d41e00bf0a7b22e86bb3Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://vuldb.com/?id.159435Third Party Advisory
https://alquimistadesistemas.com/sql-injection-y-archivo-peligroso-en-demokratianExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://bitbucket.org/csalgadow/demokratian_votaciones/commits/0d073ee461edd5f42528d41e00bf0a7b22e86bb3Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://vuldb.com/?id.159435Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 7, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-36542?

How severe is CVE-2020-36542?

CVE-2020-36542 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-36542?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST