CVE-2026-21708

Name: CVE-2026-21708
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2026-03-12T17:16:36.683+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

CRITICALCVSS 9.9/10EPSS 1.09%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2026-21708 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.9/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability allowing a Backup Viewer to perform remote code execution (RCE) as the postgres user.. EPSS estimates a 1.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability allowing a Backup Viewer to perform remote code execution (RCE) as the postgres user.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

9.9/10

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

EPSS Probability

1.09%

61.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-89

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Veeam	Veeam Backup \& Replication	>= 12.0.0.1402, < 12.3.2.4465.

References

https://www.veeam.com/kb4830Vendor Advisory
https://www.veeam.com/kb4831Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 12, 2026
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-21708?

A vulnerability allowing a Backup Viewer to perform remote code execution (RCE) as the postgres user.

How severe is CVE-2026-21708?

CVE-2026-21708 has a CVSS score of 9.9/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-21708?

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-2026-21708?

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Source: NVD / NIST