CVE-2016-10812: Input Validation
Published Aug 7, 2019
·Updated
In cPanel before 57.9999.54, /scripts/enablefileprotect exposed TTYs (SEC-117).
Affected Software
5 affected components
Cpanel Cpanel>=11.50.0.4<11.50.6.2
Cpanel Cpanel>=11.51.9999.98<11.52.6.1
Cpanel Cpanel>=11.54.0.0<11.54.0.24
Cpanel Cpanel>=55.9999.61<56.0.15
Cpanel Cpanel>=57.9999.48<57.9999.54
Event History
Aug 7, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:33 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:33 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10812?
CVE-2016-10812 has a medium severity rating as it exposes potentially sensitive information through TTYs.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-10812?
To fix CVE-2016-10812, upgrade your cPanel installation to version 57.9999.54 or later.
3
Which cPanel versions are affected by CVE-2016-10812?
CVE-2016-10812 affects cPanel versions prior to 57.9999.54, specifically between 11.50.0.4 and 11.52.6.1, and other specified ranges.
4
What is the impact of CVE-2016-10812?
The impact of CVE-2016-10812 allows unauthorized exposure of TTYs, which can lead to information disclosure.
5
Who should be concerned about CVE-2016-10812?
Administrators using affected versions of cPanel should be concerned about CVE-2016-10812 and take immediate action to update.