CVE-2016-20055
HIGHCVSS v3
7.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
—
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
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SSVC status
Description
IObit Advanced SystemCare 10.0.2 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in the AdvancedSystemCareService10 service that allows local attackers to escalate privileges. Attackers can place a malicious executable in the service path and trigger privilege escalation when the service restarts or the system reboots, executing code with LocalSystem privileges.
Technical Details
- CVSS v3 Vector
- 3.1
- Published
- 4/4/2026
- Last Modified
- 4/7/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-20055?
IObit Advanced SystemCare 10.0.2 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in the AdvancedSystemCareService10 service that allows local attackers to escalate privileges. Attackers can place a malicious executable in the service path and trigger privilege escalation when the service restarts or the system reboots, executing code with LocalSystem privileges.
Is CVE-2016-20055 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2016-20055 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is N/A%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2016-20055?
CVE-2016-20055 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.8 (HIGH severity), with vector string 3.1.
Is CVE-2016-20055 affecting your environment?
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