CVE-2025-66429
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.71%
Last modified
CVE-2025-66429 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in cPanel 110 through 132. A directory traversal vulnerability within the Team Manager API allows for overwrite of an arbitrary file. EPSS estimates a 0.71% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in cPanel 110 through 132. A directory traversal vulnerability within the Team Manager API allows for overwrite of an arbitrary file. This can allow for privilege escalation to the root user.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cpanel | Cpanel | >= 110.0.0, < 126.0.37 |
| Cpanel | Cpanel | >= 128.0.1, < 130.0.16 |
| Cpanel | Cpanel | >= 132.0.0, < 132.0.4 |
References
- https://docs.cpanel.net/changelogs/126-change-log/Release Notes
- https://docs.cpanel.net/release-notes/release-notes/Not Applicable
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-66429?
An issue was discovered in cPanel 110 through 132. A directory traversal vulnerability within the Team Manager API allows for overwrite of an arbitrary file. This can allow for privilege escalation to the root user.
How severe is CVE-2025-66429?
CVE-2025-66429 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.71% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-66429?
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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