CVE-2018-20865

Name: CVE-2018-20865
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-07-30T15:15:10.763+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.65%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-20865 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. cPanel before 76.0.8 has Self XSS in the WHM Additional Backup Destination field (SEC-459).. EPSS estimates a 0.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

cPanel before 76.0.8 has Self XSS in the WHM Additional Backup Destination field (SEC-459).

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.65%

46.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

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-2018-20865?

cPanel before 76.0.8 has Self XSS in the WHM Additional Backup Destination field (SEC-459).

How severe is CVE-2018-20865?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-20865 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-20865?

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-2018-20865?

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Source: NVD / NIST