CVE-2020-29136
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.18%
Last modified
CVE-2020-29136 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In cPanel before 90.0.17, 2FA can be bypassed via a brute-force approach (SEC-575).. EPSS estimates a 1.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In cPanel before 90.0.17, 2FA can be bypassed via a brute-force approach (SEC-575).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cpanel | Cpanel | < 11.86.0.32 |
| Cpanel | Cpanel | >= 11.90.0, < 11.90.0.17 |
| Cpanel | Cpanel | >= 11.92.0, < 11.92.0.2 |
References
- https://docs.cpanel.net/changelogs/90-change-log/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.digitaldefense.com/news/zero-day-cpanel-and-webhost-manager/Third Party Advisory
- https://docs.cpanel.net/changelogs/90-change-log/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.digitaldefense.com/news/zero-day-cpanel-and-webhost-manager/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-29136?
In cPanel before 90.0.17, 2FA can be bypassed via a brute-force approach (SEC-575).
How severe is CVE-2020-29136?
CVE-2020-29136 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-29136?
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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