CVE-2016-10820: Critical severity Cpanel Cpanel vulnerability

Published Aug 1, 2019
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Updated

cPanel before 55.9999.141 allows daemons to access their controlling TTYs (SEC-31).

Affected Software

3 affected components
Cpanel Cpanel>=11.50.0.4<11.50.5.2
Cpanel Cpanel>=11.52.0.5<11.52.4.1
Cpanel Cpanel>11.54.0.0.<11.54.0.20

Event History

Aug 1, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:30 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:30 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-10820?

CVE-2016-10820 has a moderate severity level due to its potential impact on daemon security.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-10820?

To fix CVE-2016-10820, upgrade cPanel to version 55.9999.141 or later.

3

What versions of cPanel are affected by CVE-2016-10820?

CVE-2016-10820 affects cPanel versions prior to 55.9999.141.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-10820?

CVE-2016-10820 is a security vulnerability that allows daemons to access their controlling TTYs.

5

Is CVE-2016-10820 a remote or local vulnerability?

CVE-2016-10820 is primarily a local vulnerability affecting system daemons.

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