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CVE-2020-36892

9.8 · CRITICAL

Eibiz i-Media Server Digital Signage 3.8.0 contains an unauthenticated privilege escalation vulnerability in the updateUser object that allows attackers to modify user roles.

Published Dec 10, 2025CWE-306EPSS 1.05%

Overview

CVE-2020-36892 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 10, 2025 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Eibiz i-Media Server Digital Signage 3.8.0 contains an unauthenticated privilege escalation vulnerability in the updateUser object that allows attackers to modify user roles. Attackers can exploit the /messagebroker/amf endpoint to elevate privileges and take over user accounts by manipulating role settings without authentication.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-36892?

CVE-2020-36892 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 10, 2025 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2020-36892?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2020-36892?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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