CVE-2020-3996
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2020-3996 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. 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.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
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.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Velero | < 1.4.3 |
| Vmware | Velero | >= 1.5.0, < 1.5.2 |
References
- https://github.com/vmware-tanzu/velero/security/advisories/GHSA-72xg-3mcq-52v4Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/vmware-tanzu/velero/security/advisories/GHSA-72xg-3mcq-52v4Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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 score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-3996?
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.
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