Is CVE-2016-20095 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2016-20095 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2016-20095 be exploited remotely?

No. CVE-2016-20095 requires local access to exploit.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2016-20095?

CVE-2016-20095 has a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2016-20095

CWE-428Published: June 19, 2026· Updated: Jun 23, 2026

7.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Matrix42 Remote Control Host 3.20.0031 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in the FastViewerRemoteService and FastViewerRemoteProxy services that allows local users to execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges. Attackers can place a malicious executable in the Program Files directory with a crafted name to be executed by the service during startup, gaining elevated privileges.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2016-20095 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires low privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 7.8.