CVE-2018-20909
UnknownEPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2018-20909 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. cPanel before 70.0.23 allows arbitrary file-chmod operations during legacy incremental backups (SEC-338).. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
cPanel before 70.0.23 allows arbitrary file-chmod operations during legacy incremental backups (SEC-338).
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cpanel | Cpanel | >= 61.9999.55, < 62.0.42 |
| Cpanel | Cpanel | >= 67.9999.64, < 68.0.33 |
| Cpanel | Cpanel | >= 69.9999.122, < 70.0.23 |
References
- https://documentation.cpanel.net/display/CL/70+Change+LogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://documentation.cpanel.net/display/CL/70+Change+LogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-20909?
cPanel before 70.0.23 allows arbitrary file-chmod operations during legacy incremental backups (SEC-338).
How severe is CVE-2018-20909?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-20909 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-20909?
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.
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