How severe is CVE-2020-8827?

CVE-2020-8827 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.

Is CVE-2020-8827 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2020-8827?

CVE-2020-8827 affects Argoproj Argo Cd. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2020-8827?

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-2020-8827 published?

CVE-2020-8827 was published on 2020-04-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2020-8827

CVE-2020-8827 is a high-severity vulnerability in Argoproj Argo Cd with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-307.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
CVSS v2: 5.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (80th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-307
Affected product: Argoproj Argo Cd
Published: 2020-04-08
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

As of v1.5.0, the Argo API does not implement anti-automation measures such as rate limiting, account lockouts, or other anti-bruteforce measures. Attackers can submit an unlimited number of authentication attempts without consequence.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-8827?: As of v1.5.0, the Argo API does not implement anti-automation measures such as rate limiting, account lockouts, or other anti-bruteforce measures. Attackers can submit an unlimited number of authentication attempts without consequence.
How severe is CVE-2020-8827?: CVE-2020-8827 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2020-8827 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-8827?: CVE-2020-8827 affects Argoproj Argo Cd. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8827?: 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-2020-8827 published?: CVE-2020-8827 was published on 2020-04-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:argoproj:argo_cd:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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