CVE-2018-20902

Name: CVE-2018-20902
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-08-01T15:15:13.047+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.38%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-20902 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. cPanel before 71.9980.37 allows attackers to read root's crontab file by leveraging ClamAV installation (SEC-408).. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

cPanel before 71.9980.37 allows attackers to read root's crontab file by leveraging ClamAV installation (SEC-408).

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.38%

29.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cpanel	Cpanel	< 71.9980.37

References

https://documentation.cpanel.net/display/CL/72+Change+LogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://documentation.cpanel.net/display/CL/72+Change+LogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-20902?

cPanel before 71.9980.37 allows attackers to read root's crontab file by leveraging ClamAV installation (SEC-408).

How severe is CVE-2018-20902?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-20902 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-20902?

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-2018-20902?

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Source: NVD / NIST