Vulnerability · Published Jun 19, 2026 · Assigned by VulnCheck
CVE-2020-37252Realtek Audio Service 1.0.0.55 Unquoted Service Path Privilege Escalation
High 7.8
In plain English
A high-severity security flaw in Realtek Audio Service from Realtek. Proof-of-concept exploit code is public. The chance it is exploited in the next 30 days is estimated at 0.2% (higher than 7% of all known vulnerabilities).
Severity (CVSS 3.1)7.8High
Exploit odds (30 days)0.2%top 93.2% of all CVEs
Exploited in the wildNo reportsCISA SSVC: poc
Attack toolingNoneno public tooling known
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.
Affected products (as reported)
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Realtek | Realtek Audio Service | 1.0.0.55 |
Weakness: CWE-428 · Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
References
- ExploitDB-49015 exploit
- Official Product Homepage product
- VulnCheck Advisory: Realtek Audio Service 1.0.0.55 Unquoted Service Path Privilege Escalation third-party-advisory