Is CVE-2020-37252 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2020-37252 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2020-37252 be exploited remotely?

No. CVE-2020-37252 requires local access to exploit.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2020-37252?

CVE-2020-37252 has a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2020-37252

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

7.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Realtek Audio Service 1.0.0.55 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in RtkAudioService64.exe that allows local attackers to escalate privileges by injecting malicious code. Attackers can place executable files in the unquoted service path directory to execute arbitrary code with LocalSystem privileges during service startup or system reboot.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2020-37252 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.