CVE-2018-20887

Name: CVE-2018-20887
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-08-01T14:15:11.317+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.06%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-20887 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. cPanel before 74.0.0 allows SQL injection during database backups (SEC-420).. EPSS estimates a 1.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

cPanel before 74.0.0 allows SQL injection during database backups (SEC-420).

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.06%

60.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-89

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cpanel	Cpanel	< 74.0.0

References

https://documentation.cpanel.net/display/CL/74+Change+LogProduct, Release Notes
https://documentation.cpanel.net/display/CL/74+Change+LogProduct, Release Notes

Timeline

Published: Aug 1, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-20887?

cPanel before 74.0.0 allows SQL injection during database backups (SEC-420).

How severe is CVE-2018-20887?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-20887 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.06% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-20887?

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-2018-20887?

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Source: NVD / NIST