CVE-2021-38589

Name: CVE-2021-38589
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-08-11T23:15:08.39+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 0.85%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-38589 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. In cPanel before 96.0.13, scripts/fix-cpanel-perl does not properly restrict the overwriting of files (SEC-588).. EPSS estimates a 0.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In cPanel before 96.0.13, scripts/fix-cpanel-perl does not properly restrict the overwriting of files (SEC-588).

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.1/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.85%

53.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cpanel	Cpanel	< 11.96.0.13

References

https://docs.cpanel.net/changelogs/96-change-log/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://docs.cpanel.net/changelogs/96-change-log/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 11, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-38589?

In cPanel before 96.0.13, scripts/fix-cpanel-perl does not properly restrict the overwriting of files (SEC-588).

How severe is CVE-2021-38589?

CVE-2021-38589 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-38589?

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-2021-38589?

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Source: NVD / NIST