CVE-2020-36936

HIGHCVSS 8.5/10EPSS 0.12%

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CVE-2020-36936 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Magic Mouse 2 Utilities 2.20 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in its Windows service configuration. Attackers can exploit the unquoted path to inject malicious executables and gain elevated system privileges by placing a malicious file in the service path.. EPSS estimates a 0.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Magic Mouse 2 Utilities 2.20 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in its Windows service configuration. Attackers can exploit the unquoted path to inject malicious executables and gain elevated system privileges by placing a malicious file in the service path.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-36936?
Magic Mouse 2 Utilities 2.20 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in its Windows service configuration. Attackers can exploit the unquoted path to inject malicious executables and gain elevated system privileges by placing a malicious file in the service path.
How severe is CVE-2020-36936?
CVE-2020-36936 has a CVSS score of 8.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36936?
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