How severe is CVE-2020-15496?

CVE-2020-15496 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2020-15496 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (13th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2020-15496?

CVE-2020-15496 primarily affects Acronis True Image. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2020-15496?

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.

When was CVE-2020-15496 published?

CVE-2020-15496 was published on 2021-07-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2020-15496

CVE-2020-15496 is a high-severity vulnerability in Acronis True Image with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-281.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 4.6
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (13th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-281
Affected product: Acronis True Image
Published: 2021-07-15
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Acronis True Image for Mac before 2021 Update 4 allowed local privilege escalation due to insecure folder permissions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-15496?: Acronis True Image for Mac before 2021 Update 4 allowed local privilege escalation due to insecure folder permissions.
How severe is CVE-2020-15496?: CVE-2020-15496 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2020-15496 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (13th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-15496?: CVE-2020-15496 primarily affects Acronis True Image. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-15496?: 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.
When was CVE-2020-15496 published?: CVE-2020-15496 was published on 2021-07-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:a:acronis:true_image:*:*:*:*:*:macos:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:acronis:true_image:2021:-:*:*:*:macos:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:acronis:true_image:2021:update_1:*:*:*:macos:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:acronis:true_image:2021:update_2:*:*:*:macos:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:acronis:true_image:2021:update_3:*:*:*:macos:*:*

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