CVE-2020-37010: BearShare Lite 5.2.5 - 'Advanced Search'Buffer Overflow in (PoC)

Published Jan 29, 2026
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Updated

BearShare Lite 5.2.5 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in the Advanced Search keywords input that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code. Attackers can craft a specially designed payload to overwrite the EIP register and execute shellcode by pasting malicious content into the search keywords field.

Affected Software

1 affected component
BearShare BearShare Lite

Event History

Jan 29, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:28 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-37010?

CVE-2020-37010 has a high severity due to its ability to allow arbitrary code execution through a buffer overflow.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-37010?

To fix CVE-2020-37010, update to a version of BearShare Lite that addresses the buffer overflow vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2020-37010?

CVE-2020-37010 affects BearShare Lite version 5.2.5.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-37010?

CVE-2020-37010 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability in the Advanced Search feature.

5

Can CVE-2020-37010 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-37010 can be exploited remotely by an attacker sending crafted input to the Advanced Search function.

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