CVE-2020-12784
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 1.25%
Last modified
CVE-2020-12784 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. cPanel before 86.0.14 allows remote attackers to trigger a bandwidth suspension via mail log strings (SEC-505).. EPSS estimates a 1.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
cPanel before 86.0.14 allows remote attackers to trigger a bandwidth suspension via mail log strings (SEC-505).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cpanel | Cpanel | >= 11.78.0.1, < 11.78.0.47 |
| Cpanel | Cpanel | >= 11.84.0.0, < 11.84.0.22 |
| Cpanel | Cpanel | >= 11.86.0.1, < 11.86.0.14 |
References
- https://documentation.cpanel.net/display/CL/86+Change+LogVendor Advisory
- https://documentation.cpanel.net/display/CL/86+Change+LogVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-12784?
cPanel before 86.0.14 allows remote attackers to trigger a bandwidth suspension via mail log strings (SEC-505).
How severe is CVE-2020-12784?
CVE-2020-12784 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-12784?
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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