CVE-2016-20060
High
Description
Hotspot Shield 6.0.3 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in the hshld service binary that allows local attackers to escalate privileges by injecting malicious executables. Attackers can place executable files in the service path and upon service restart or system reboot, the malicious code executes with LocalSystem privileges.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
ProductHotspot Shield
PublishedApr 4, 2026
First seenApr 4, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-428CWE-428
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspotshield Hotspot Shield | 6.0.3 | — |
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