CVE-2020-36542 Demokratian install3.php privileges management
Remote attackers can escalate privileges via the install3.php file in Demokratian, requiring a patch to mitigate the risk.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2020-36542?
CVE-2020-36542 is a high-severity vulnerability in unspecified Demokratian, published on 3 Jun 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Demokratian. This affects an unknown part of the file install/install3.php. The manipulation leads to privilege escalation. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue.
Weakness: CWE-269
Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-36542?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Demokratian Demokratian.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36542?
No fix has been published for CVE-2020-36542 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2020-36542 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2020-36542 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in unspecified Demokratian
Sources
Also known as GHSA-3j4m-48vr-7w3h.