CVE-2020-36979

7.8 HIGH
Published: January 27, 2026 Modified: January 29, 2026
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Description

Atheros Coex Service Application 8.0.0.255 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in its Windows service configuration. Attackers can exploit the unquoted path by placing malicious executables in the service path to gain elevated system privileges during service startup.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0
Vector String
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory
https://www.boostbyreason.com/resource-file-9102-ath_coexagent-exe.aspx
Source: disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/49053
Source: disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.file.net/process/ath_coexagent.exe.html
Source: disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/atheros-coex-service-application-zatheros-btwlan-coex-agent-unquoted-service-path
Source: disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/49053
Source: 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0

5 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
7.8 / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
0.0%
1th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-428

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