Is CVE-2020-36941 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2020-36941 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2020-36941 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2020-36941 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2020-36941?

CVE-2020-36941 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2020-36941

CWE-1236Published: January 27, 2026· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Knockpy 4.1.1 contains a CSV injection vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious formulas into CSV reports through unfiltered server headers. Attackers can manipulate server response headers to include spreadsheet formulas that will execute when the CSV is opened in spreadsheet applications.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Knockpy is vulnerable to CSV injection, allowing attackers to embed malicious formulas in server response headers that execute when the report is opened. This is a critical remote vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8.

There is no known public exploit, and the vulnerability is not in the KEV database.

Recommended Action

Users should update to the latest version of Knockpy and exercise caution when opening CSV files generated by the tool.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2020-36941 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

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 9.8.