CVE-2016-10858

cPanel before 11.54.0.0 allows unauthenticated arbitrary code execution via DNS NS entry poisoning (SEC-64)

published August 1, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
84.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unauthenticated attacker can potentially execute arbitrary code through cunning DNS NS entry poisoning in cPanel versions before 11.54.0.0! Think of it like a mailroom that accepts any package without questioning the sender — if the wrong person sends a box marked 'urgent,' they could include harmful items that wreak havoc inside your office! This vulnerability can lead to devastating consequences, allowing attackers to run any code they desire on your server. Imagine the chaos if sensitive data is altered or crucial systems are taken offline — your entire business could be at risk!

Put simply

Think of it like a mailroom that accepts any package without questioning the sender — if the wrong person sends a box marked 'urgent,' they could include harmful items that wreak havoc inside your office! This vulnerability allows for arbitrary code execution by exploiting DNS NS entry poisoning, where an attacker can supply malicious responses to queries sent by the server, leading to unauthorized actions.

What to do

This vulnerability can lead to devastating consequences, allowing attackers to run any code they desire on your server. Imagine the chaos if sensitive data is altered or crucial systems are taken offline — your entire business could be at risk! To protect your systems, immediately upgrade cPanel to version 11.54.0.0 or later. Additionally, ensure that your DNS settings are properly configured to avoid any potential poisoning attacks in the future. You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll shore up your defenses in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02502 · 84.5th percentile
Published
2019-08-01T14:38Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 01 AUG 14:38Z
    cPanel before 11.54.0.0 allows unauthenticated arbitrary code execution via DNS NS entry poisoning (SEC-64)
    cvelistv5