CVE-2021-47828CWE-428

BOOTP Turbo 2.0.0.1253 - 'bootpt.exe' Unquoted Service Path

High · published January 16, 2026

CVSS v4.0
8.5
EPSS
0%
Percentile
4.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ An unquoted service path in BOOTP Turbo 2.0.0.1253 allows attackers to execute code with LocalSystem privileges during startup — a scary shortcut to system control! 🔥 Picture a delivery driver who has no idea that the address is missing crucial parts. They could end up delivering to the wrong house entirely — that’s how this vulnerability lets an attacker slip in unnoticed and execute their own code. If exploited, an attacker could gain complete control over the system, executing arbitrary code with the highest privileges. This means they could access sensitive data, alter configurations, or even install malicious software — a nightmare situation for any organization!

Put simply

Picture a delivery driver who has no idea that the address is missing crucial parts. They could end up delivering to the wrong house entirely — that’s how this vulnerability lets an attacker slip in unnoticed and execute their own code. This unquoted service path vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code with LocalSystem privileges by tricking the service into interpreting the path incorrectly during startup or reboot.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain complete control over the system, executing arbitrary code with the highest privileges. This means they could access sensitive data, alter configurations, or even install malicious software — a nightmare situation for any organization! To secure your systems, immediately patch BOOTP Turbo to the latest version. Additionally, modify the service path to ensure it is properly quoted, preventing any misinterpretation by the system. Regularly audit your services for similar vulnerabilities! You've got this! With these steps, you'll be well on your way to locking down your system! 🛡️

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
0.00160 · 4.7th percentile
Weakness
CWE-428 · Unquoted Search Path or Element
Published
2026-01-16T19:09Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 JAN 19:09Z
    BOOTP Turbo 2.0.0.1253 - 'bootpt.exe' Unquoted Service Path
    cvelistv5