CVE-2020-8816

Name: CVE-2020-8816
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-05-29T19:15:10.983+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 77.85%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-8816 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Pi-hole Web v4.3.2 (aka AdminLTE) allows Remote Code Execution by privileged dashboard users via a crafted DHCP static lease.. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 77.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Pi-hole Web v4.3.2 (aka AdminLTE) allows Remote Code Execution by privileged dashboard users via a crafted DHCP static lease.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.2/10

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

EPSS Probability

77.85%

99.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by Jun 10, 2022.

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Pi-Hole	Pi-Hole	<= 4.3.2

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/157861/Pi-Hole-4.3.2-DHCP-MAC-OS-Command-Execution.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/158737/Pi-hole-4.3.2-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://github.com/pi-hole/AdminLTE/commits/masterPatch, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/pi-hole/AdminLTE/pull/1165Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/pi-hole/AdminLTE/releases/tag/v4.3.3Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
https://natedotred.wordpress.com/2020/03/28/cve-2020-8816-pi-hole-remote-code-execution/Broken Link, Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://twitter.com/Nate_Kappa/status/1243900213665902592?s=20Broken Link, Press/Media Coverage
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/157861/Pi-Hole-4.3.2-DHCP-MAC-OS-Command-Execution.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/158737/Pi-hole-4.3.2-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://github.com/pi-hole/AdminLTE/commits/masterPatch, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/pi-hole/AdminLTE/pull/1165Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/pi-hole/AdminLTE/releases/tag/v4.3.3Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
https://natedotred.wordpress.com/2020/03/28/cve-2020-8816-pi-hole-remote-code-execution/Broken Link, Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://twitter.com/Nate_Kappa/status/1243900213665902592?s=20Broken Link, Press/Media Coverage
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2020-8816US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: May 29, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-8816?

Pi-hole Web v4.3.2 (aka AdminLTE) allows Remote Code Execution by privileged dashboard users via a crafted DHCP static lease.

How severe is CVE-2020-8816?

CVE-2020-8816 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 77.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2020-8816?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2020-8816?

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Source: NVD / NIST