Popcorn Time 6.2 - 'Update service' Unquoted Service Path
Published Jan 30, 2026 · Updated Nov 3, 2026
Original summary
Normalized public record · Updated Nov 3, 2026
Popcorn Time 6.2 - 'Update service' Unquoted Service Path
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QFinch assessment
Popcorn Time 6.2.1.14 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability that allows local non-privileged users to potentially execute code with elevated system privileges. Attackers can insert malicious executables in Program Files (x86) or system root directories to be executed with SYSTEM-level permissions during service startup.
Evidence: public source recordsAffected products
| Affected package, product or range | Fix status |
|---|---|
| Consult the referenced vendor advisory for affected versions. | Consult source advisory |
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Remediation
Apply the vendor-supported fixed release or mitigation, then verify the affected component is no longer reachable.
- Confirm the affected product and reachable code path exist in your environment.
- Apply the vendor-supported patch or mitigation from the primary advisory.
- Rescan the exact deployed revision and retain verification evidence.
Evidence coverage
- SSVC priority
- MEDIUM
- Confidence
- Not available
- Aliases
- None reported
Scores appear only when corresponding evidence exists. Missing data is never interpreted as zero risk.
Sources and record history
- ExploitDB-48378 ↗
- Popcorn Time Official Homepage ↗
- VulnCheck Advisory: Popcorn Time 6.2 - 'Update service' Unquoted Service Path ↗
Record history
Published Jan 30, 2026 · Last refreshed Nov 3, 2026