CVE-2020-36874

CVE-2020-36874 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.7. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-306.

Key facts

Description

ACE SECURITY WIP-90113 HD cameras contain an unauthenticated configuration disclosure vulnerability in the /web/cgi-bin/hi3510/backup.cgi endpoint. The endpoint permits remote download of a compressed configuration backup without requiring authentication or authorization. The exposed backup may include administrative credentials and other sensitive device settings, enabling an unauthenticated remote attacker to obtain information that could facilitate further compromise of the camera or connected network.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-36874?
ACE SECURITY WIP-90113 HD cameras contain an unauthenticated configuration disclosure vulnerability in the /web/cgi-bin/hi3510/backup.cgi endpoint. The endpoint permits remote download of a compressed configuration backup without requiring authentication or authorization. The exposed backup may include administrative credentials and other sensitive device settings, enabling an unauthenticated remote attacker to obtain information that could facilitate further compromise of the camera or connected network.
How severe is CVE-2020-36874?
CVE-2020-36874 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.7, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2020-36874 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (44th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36874?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2020-36874 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2020-36874 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2020-30822.
When was CVE-2020-36874 published?
CVE-2020-36874 was published on 2025-11-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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