How severe is CVE-2020-12116?

No CVSS score has been assigned to CVE-2020-12116 yet. Review the advisory details and affected package list to assess your exposure.

Which packages are affected by CVE-2020-12116?

Affected package information for CVE-2020-12116 is not yet fully mapped. Check the official advisory links for details.

How do I fix CVE-2020-12116?

No fixed release is recorded for CVE-2020-12116 yet. Track the upstream advisory, and apply the exposure-reduction steps below in the meantime.

How do I detect CVE-2020-12116 in my code and dependencies?

Identify every host running the affected component and compare the installed build against the fixed version below — for source-built or distro-packaged software the version string, not a lockfile, is the source of truth (`dpkg -l`, `rpm -q`, or the binary's own `--version`).

How do I mitigate CVE-2020-12116 if there is no patch (or I can't update yet)?

Resolve every user-supplied path to its canonical form and reject anything that escapes the intended directory, and run the component under an account that has no read or write access outside the directory it legitimately serves.

Is CVE-2020-12116 actively exploited in the wild?

Yes. There are 2 known exploit references for CVE-2020-12116, including 1 in-the-wild exploitation observed on GitHub and other sources. Treat this as actively exploitable and prioritize patching immediately. All exploit code should only be run in an isolated sandbox environment for research or authorized testing — never against production systems without explicit written authorization.

What is the EPSS score for CVE-2020-12116?

CVE-2020-12116 has an EPSS (Exploit Prediction Scoring System) score of 97.4%, placing it in the 100th percentile of all CVEs. EPSS is maintained by FIRST.org and estimates the probability that a vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. A score above 50% indicates significantly elevated exploitation risk — immediate patching is strongly recommended.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-12116?

CVE-2020-12116 is classified as Path Traversal (CWE-22). This weakness type describe the underlying flaw category, which helps determine the potential impact and the right class of mitigation. This is a high-impact weakness class that often enables remote code execution or data exposure.

Is there exploit tooling available for CVE-2020-12116?

A Nuclei detection template exists for CVE-2020-12116, meaning automated scanners can fingerprint it. Public exploit tooling significantly increases real-world risk — prioritize patching and ensure detection coverage. Exploit tooling should only ever be used in isolated, authorized testing environments.

When was CVE-2020-12116 published, and has it been updated?

CVE-2020-12116 was published on May 7, 2020 and was last updated on August 4, 2024. Advisory data evolves as severity scores, affected ranges, and exploit intelligence are revised — always check the latest version of the advisory before acting.

Not in CISA KEV

CVE-2020-12116

CVE-2020-12116 is a Path Traversal vulnerability. 2 public exploit references exist, so weaponization risk is real. No vendor fix is recorded yet; mitigation options are listed below.

Zoho ManageEngine OpManager Stable build before 124196 and Released build before 125125 allows an unauthenticated attacker to read arbitrary files on the server by sending a crafted request.

Published

May 7, 2020

Updated

Aug 4, 2024

Affected

1 product

Patched

See advisory

Exploits

2 known

Exploitation data as of Oct 22, 2026 · OSV.dev, NVD, FIRST.org (EPSS)

EPSS Exploitation Probability

via FIRST.org ↗

97.4%probability of exploitation in next 30 days

Very High Risk0.00%

Lower risk than most CVEs100th percentile — riskier than 100% of all scored CVEsHighest risk

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days, from FIRST.org EPSS.

Description

Zoho ManageEngine OpManager Stable build before 124196 and Released build before 125125 allows an unauthenticated attacker to read arbitrary files on the server by sending a crafted request.

Affected Products

1 product · 80 configurations

Application

manageengine opmanagerzohocorp

≤ 12.3

2 versions

12.412.5

Exploits & PoCs

Research use only. For defensive security, authorized penetration testing, and academic research only. Never execute exploit code against systems without explicit written authorization.

Zoho ManageEngine OpManager Stable build before 124196 and Released buil…

github.comGithubMay 2020

Detection & mitigation playbook

Vulnerability

Detect
Identify every host running the affected component and compare the installed build against the fixed version below — for source-built or distro-packaged software the version string, not a lockfile, is the source of truth (`dpkg -l`, `rpm -q`, or the binary's own `--version`).
Remediation status
No fixed release is recorded for CVE-2020-12116 yet. Track the upstream advisory, and apply the exposure-reduction steps below in the meantime.
Mitigate without a patch
Resolve every user-supplied path to its canonical form and reject anything that escapes the intended directory, and run the component under an account that has no read or write access outside the directory it legitimately serves.

How to detect CVE-2020-12116

A community-maintained Nuclei template exists for this CVE. You can scan for it directly:

nuclei -id cve-2020-12116 -u https://target

Template: Zoho ManageEngine OpManger - Arbitrary File Read
Severity: high
Impact: An attacker can read sensitive files on the server, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data leakage, or further exploitation.
Remediation: Apply the latest security patch or upgrade to a patched version of Zoho ManageEngine OpManger to mitigate the vulnerability.

Template by ProjectDiscovery nuclei-templates (dwisiswant0), MIT licensed. View the full template. Scan only systems you are authorised to test.

Frequently Asked Questions

Zoho ManageEngine OpManager Stable build before 124196 and Released build before 125125 allows an unauthenticated attacker to read arbitrary files on the server by sending a crafted request.

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CVE-2020-12116

EPSS Exploitation Probability

Description

Affected Products

Detection & mitigation playbook

Detect

Remediation status

Mitigate without a patch

How to detect CVE-2020-12116

Frequently Asked Questions

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