CVE-2020-37042:
Frigate Professional 3.36.0.9 contains a local buffer overflow vulnerability in the 'Find Computer' feature, allowing arbitrary code execution.
Score
A numerical rating that indicates how dangerous this vulnerability is.
8.4High- Published Date:Jan 30, 2026
- CISA KEV Date:*No Data*
- Industries Affected:20
Threat Predictions
- EPSS Score:0.0
- EPSS Percentile:2%
Exploitability
- Score:2.5
- Attack Vector:LOCAL
- Attack Complexity:LOW
- Privileges Required:NONE
- User Interaction:NONE
- Scope:UNCHANGED
Impact
- Score:5.9
- Confidentiality Impact:HIGH
- Integrity Impact:HIGH
- Availability Impact:HIGH
Description Preview
Frigate Professional 3.36.0.9 contains a local buffer overflow vulnerability in the 'Find Computer' feature, allowing arbitrary code execution.
Overview
The vulnerability in Frigate Professional 3.36.0.9 is classified as a buffer overflow (CWE-120). It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.4, indicating high severity. The attack vector is local, requiring no privileges or user interaction. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability, all rated as high. This suggests that successful exploitation could lead to complete compromise of the affected system's security.
Remediation
- While specific remediation steps are not provided in the CVE information, general best practices for addressing buffer overflow vulnerabilities include:
- 1. Updating the software to a patched version if available.
- 2. Implementing input validation and sanitization to prevent buffer overflows.
- 3. Using memory-safe programming practices and languages.
- 4. Employing address space layout randomization (ASLR) and data execution prevention (DEP) techniques.
- 5. Regularly auditing and testing the application for similar vulnerabilities.
- Users and administrators of Frigate Professional 3.36.0.9 should monitor for updates from the vendor and apply them promptly when available.
References
- [1] "Frigate Professional - Find Computer - Local Buffer Overflow," VulnCheck, [Online]. Available: https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/frigate-professional-find-computer-local-buffer-overflow
- [2] "Frigate Professional 3.36.0.9 - 'Find Computer' Local Buffer Overflow," Exploit Database, [Online]. Available: https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/48579
- [3] "Frigate Professional," Internet Archive, [Online]. Available: https://web.archive.org/web/20190623044943/http://www.frigate3.com/index.php
Industries Affected
Below is a list of industries most commonly impacted or potentially at risk based on intelligence.