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CVE-2026-20497

MEDIUM · CVSS 6 EPSS 0.11% Public Exploit

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-03 · Last synced 2026-09-02

CyberRota Analysis

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A vulnerability exists in geniezone that allows for an out-of-bounds write due to inadequate bounds checking, potentially enabling local privilege escalation for an attacker who has already gained system privileges. Exploitation does not require user interaction, making it a significant risk for systems running this software. Organizations utilizing geniezone should prioritize applying the provided patches to mitigate this security issue.

Public Exploit Signal

A public exploit, PoC, GitHub repository or Metasploit reference was detected for this CVE.

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CVE
CVE-2026-20497
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS
6
EPSS
0.11%

Original NVD Description

In geniezone, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS10965550 / ALPS11393405; Issue ID: MSV-6941.

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