CVE-2020-36881
Flexense Diskboss buffer overflow
- Published5 Dec 2025
Description
Flexsense DiskBoss 7.7.14 contains a local buffer overflow vulnerability in the 'Input Directory' component that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code on the system. Attackers can exploit this by pasting a specially crafted directory path into the 'Add Input Directory' field.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
- https://github.com/x00x00x00x00/diskboss_7.7.14/raw/master/
- https://github.com/x00x00x00x00/diskboss_7.7.14/raw/master/diskboss_setup_v7.7.14.exe
- https://www.diskboss.com/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/48279
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/flexsense-diskboss-add-input-directory-buffer-overflow
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2020-36881 being actively exploited?
CVE-2020-36881 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.37%.
How severe is CVE-2020-36881?
CVE-2020-36881 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2020-36881?
Affected products include Flexense Diskboss.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36881?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.