CVE-2018-20862

Name: CVE-2018-20862
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-07-30T15:15:10.607+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.39%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-20862 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. cPanel before 76.0.8 unsafely performs PostgreSQL password changes (SEC-366).. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

cPanel before 76.0.8 unsafely performs PostgreSQL password changes (SEC-366).

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.39%

30.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cpanel	Cpanel	< 76.0.8

References

https://documentation.cpanel.net/display/CL/76+Change+LogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://documentation.cpanel.net/display/CL/76+Change+LogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 30, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-20862?

cPanel before 76.0.8 unsafely performs PostgreSQL password changes (SEC-366).

How severe is CVE-2018-20862?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-20862 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-20862?

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-2018-20862?

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Source: NVD / NIST