CVE-2018-20863

cPanel before 76.0.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via mailing-list attachments (SEC-452)

published July 30, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
83.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty flaw in cPanel before version 76.0.8 allows attackers to remotely execute arbitrary code through mailing-list attachments! Think of it as someone sneaking in a suspicious package at a mailing center — once it’s accepted, it can spread chaos without anyone checking the contents! 📦 If exploited, an attacker could run any code they want on your server, potentially leaking sensitive data or even taking control of the entire system. This vulnerability is surprisingly sneaky, making it critical to keep your defenses up!

Put simply

Think of it as someone sneaking in a suspicious package at a mailing center — once it’s accepted, it can spread chaos without anyone checking the contents! 📦 This vulnerability allows for arbitrary code execution via email attachments, meaning that an attacker can exploit the way cPanel handles these attachments to run malicious code.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could run any code they want on your server, potentially leaking sensitive data or even taking control of the entire system. This vulnerability is surprisingly sneaky, making it critical to keep your defenses up! Upgrade your cPanel to at least version 76.0.8 to patch this vulnerability. Regularly audit and monitor email attachments for any suspicious activity to further safeguard your environment. You’ve got this! By updating and staying vigilant, you’re on the path to fortifying your defenses! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02314 · 83.3th percentile
Published
2019-07-30T14:20Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 30 JUL 14:20Z
    cPanel before 76.0.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via mailing-list attachments (SEC-452)
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