CVE-2020-11666

Name: CVE-2020-11666
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-04-15T20:15:15.05+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 3.02%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-11666 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. CA API Developer Portal 4.3.1 and earlier contains an access control flaw that allows malicious users to elevate privileges.. EPSS estimates a 3.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

CA API Developer Portal 4.3.1 and earlier contains an access control flaw that allows malicious users to elevate privileges.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

3.02%

85.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Broadcom	Ca Api Developer Portal	>= 4.0, <= 4.3.1

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/157244/CA-API-Developer-Portal-4.2.x-4.3.1-Access-Bypass-Privilege-Escalation.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/157276/CA-API-Developer-Portal-4.2.x-4.3.1-Access-Bypass-Privilege-Escalation.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2020/Apr/24Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
https://techdocs.broadcom.com/us/product-content/status/announcement-documents/2020/CA20200414-01-Securit-Notice-for-CA-API-Developer-Portal.htmlVendor Advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/157244/CA-API-Developer-Portal-4.2.x-4.3.1-Access-Bypass-Privilege-Escalation.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/157276/CA-API-Developer-Portal-4.2.x-4.3.1-Access-Bypass-Privilege-Escalation.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2020/Apr/24Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
https://techdocs.broadcom.com/us/product-content/status/announcement-documents/2020/CA20200414-01-Securit-Notice-for-CA-API-Developer-Portal.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 15, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-11666?

CA API Developer Portal 4.3.1 and earlier contains an access control flaw that allows malicious users to elevate privileges.

How severe is CVE-2020-11666?

CVE-2020-11666 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-11666?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2020-11666?

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Source: NVD / NIST