VPN and endpoint clients
CVE-2020-5147: SonicWall NetExtender Windows client vulnerable to unquoted service path in SonicWall NetExtender
SonicWall NetExtender Windows client vulnerable to unquoted service path vulnerability, this allows a local attacker to gain elevated privileges in the host operating system.
Published
ExploitedNot in CISA KEV
Ransomware useNot reportedPer CISA
SeverityUnknown
EPSS1.7%Chance of exploitation in 30 days
Public exploitNot tracked
FixSee advisory
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Affected and fixed versions
| Product / branch | Fixed in |
|---|---|
| SonicWall NetExtender 10.2 | See the advisory |
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What it is
SonicWall NetExtender Windows client vulnerable to unquoted service path vulnerability, this allows a local attacker to gain elevated privileges in the host operating system. This vulnerability impact SonicWall NetExtender Windows client version 10.2.300 and earlier.
Sources
KEV status, EPSS score and vendor data refreshed automatically, last on 13 Oct 2026.