CVE-2020-36937CWE-428

MEMU PLAY 3.7.0 - 'MEmusvc' Unquoted Service Path

High · published January 25, 2026

CVSS v4.0
8.5
EPSS
0%
Percentile
3.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ An unquoted service path in Microvirt MEMU Play 3.7.0 opens the door for local attackers to execute arbitrary code with LocalSystem privileges! 🚪💥 Think of it like a restaurant where the kitchen incorrectly follows a vague order — if they mistakenly use the wrong ingredients, the dish can turn out unexpected (and dangerous!). In this case, the service examines a path without quotes, allowing any malicious executable to be served up with full privileges! An attacker could potentially walk right in and run any code they want, with the power of LocalSystem behind them — that means they could mess with system files, change settings, or even create an entirely new user account! The consequences can be absolutely devastating for your system's integrity and confidentiality.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the kitchen incorrectly follows a vague order — if they mistakenly use the wrong ingredients, the dish can turn out unexpected (and dangerous!). In this case, the service examines a path without quotes, allowing any malicious executable to be served up with full privileges! This vulnerability stems from an unquoted service path in the MEmusvc Windows service. This flaw allows local attackers to inject malicious executables into the path, which are then executed with elevated privileges when the service starts.

What to do

An attacker could potentially walk right in and run any code they want, with the power of LocalSystem behind them — that means they could mess with system files, change settings, or even create an entirely new user account! The consequences can be absolutely devastating for your system's integrity and confidentiality. To remediate, it's crucial to patch to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, ensure that all service paths are properly quoted to prevent any unauthorized access. Regularly audit service configurations to catch any future mishaps! You've got this! With a quick patch, you'll get this vulnerability locked down in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v4.0
8.5 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
EPSS
0.00141 · 3.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-428 · Unquoted Search Path or Element
Published
2026-01-25T14:01Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 JAN 14:01Z
    MEMU PLAY 3.7.0 - 'MEmusvc' Unquoted Service Path
    cvelistv5