CVE-2020-36974

High

Description

Realtek Andrea RT Filters 1.0.64.7 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability that allows local users to potentially execute arbitrary code with elevated system privileges. Attackers can exploit the unquoted path in 'C:\Program Files\IDT\WDM\AESTSr64.exe' to inject malicious code that would execute during service startup or system reboot.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
ProductRealtek Andrea RT Filters
PublishedJan 27, 2026
First seenJan 27, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-428CWE-428

How to fix

Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
Realtek Realtek Andrea RT Filters1.0.64.7—

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CVE-2020-36974 · Realtek Andrea RT Filters · Dark Radar