What is the CVSS score of CVE-2020-36934?

CVE-2020-36934 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (High). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. EPSS exploitation probability: 0.0%.

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2020-36934?

CVE-2020-36934 is a high-severity vulnerability in DeepNetworkService that could allow attackers to execute code with elevated privileges on affected systems.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2020-36934?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2020-36934. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 0.0%.

How to fix or mitigate CVE-2020-36934?

Within 24 hours: Inventory all systems running DeepNetworkService and assess exposure; disable the service if operationally feasible or isolate affected systems from critical network segments. Within 7 days: Implement network segmentation to restrict access to DeepNetworkService instances; deploy intrusion detection signatures for exploit attempts; contact vendor for patch timeline and interim guidance. Within 30 days: Develop a remediation plan based on vendor patch availability; establish rollback procedures; conduct security testing post-remediation.

Windows CVE-2020-36934

HIGH

Unquoted Search Path or Element (CWE-428)

2026-01-25 disclosure@vulncheck.com

Windows

7.8

CVSS 3.1 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

7.8 HIGH

AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

Local

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

Low

User Interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

High

Availability

High

Lifecycle Timeline

Analysis Generated

Mar 12, 2026 - 21:59 vuln.today

PoC Detected

Jan 26, 2026 - 15:03 vuln.today

Public exploit code

CVE Published

Jan 25, 2026 - 14:15 nvd

HIGH 7.8

DescriptionCVE.org

Deep Instinct Windows Agent 1.2.24.0 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in the DeepNetworkService that allows local users to potentially execute code with elevated privileges. Attackers can exploit the unquoted path in C:\Program Files\HP Sure Sense\DeepNetworkService.exe to inject malicious code that would execute with LocalSystem permissions during service startup.

AnalysisAI

DeepNetworkService contains a vulnerability that allows attackers to potentially execute code with elevated privileges (CVSS 7.8).

Technical ContextAI

affects DeepNetworkService. Deep Instinct Windows Agent 1.2.24.0 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in the DeepNetworkService that allows local users to potentially execute code with elevated privileges. Attackers can exploit the unquoted path in C:\Program Files\HP Sure Sense\DeepNetworkService.exe to inject malicious code that would execute with LocalSystem permissions during service startup.