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CRITICAL

CVE-2020-36542

CVSS v3

9.8

CRITICAL

EPSS Score

1.4 %

exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

—

SSVC status

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.

Technical details

Published
2022-06-07

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-36542?

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.

Is CVE-2020-36542 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2020-36542 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 1.4% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2020-36542?

CVE-2020-36542 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).

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