CVE-2020-3996

CVE-2020-3996 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Vmware Velero with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Velero (prior to 1.4.3 and 1.5.2) in some instances doesn’t properly manage volume identifiers which may result in information leakage to unauthorized users.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-3996?
Velero (prior to 1.4.3 and 1.5.2) in some instances doesn’t properly manage volume identifiers which may result in information leakage to unauthorized users.
How severe is CVE-2020-3996?
CVE-2020-3996 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2020-3996 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-3996?
CVE-2020-3996 affects Vmware Velero. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-3996?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2020-3996 published?
CVE-2020-3996 was published on 2020-10-22 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)