CVE-2008-2043: CSRF
First published: Thu May 01 2008(Updated: )
Multiple cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerabilities in cPanel, possibly 11.18.3 and 11.19.3, allow remote attackers to (1) execute arbitrary code via the command1 parameter to frontend/x2/cron/editcronsimple.html, and perform various administrative actions via (2) frontend/x2/sql/adddb.html, (3) frontend/x2/sql/adduser.html, and (4) frontend/x2/ftp/doaddftp.html.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| cPanel | =11.18.3 | |
| cPanel | =11.19.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-2043?
CVE-2008-2043 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2043?
To fix CVE-2008-2043, update your cPanel software to versions later than 11.19.3 which contain the necessary security patches.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-2043?
CVE-2008-2043 affects cPanel versions 11.18.3 and 11.19.3.
What types of attacks can occur due to CVE-2008-2043?
CVE-2008-2043 allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site request forgery attacks, potentially executing arbitrary commands on the system.
Is CVE-2008-2043 an easy vulnerability to exploit?
Yes, CVE-2008-2043 can be exploited remotely with minimal effort, making it a critical concern for affected cPanel users.
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