CVE-2016-10858: Input Validation

Published Aug 1, 2019
·
Updated

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

Affected Software

4 affected components
Cpanel Cpanel>=11.48.0.5<11.48.4.8
Cpanel Cpanel>=11.50.0.4<11.50.3.1
Cpanel Cpanel>=11.51.9999.98<11.52.0.23
Cpanel Cpanel>=11.52.1.0<11.52.1.1

Event History

Aug 1, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:38 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-10858?

CVE-2016-10858 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthenticated arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-10858?

To fix CVE-2016-10858, upgrade your cPanel installation to version 11.54.0.0 or later.

3

Which versions of cPanel are affected by CVE-2016-10858?

CVE-2016-10858 affects cPanel versions prior to 11.54.0.0, specifically versions 11.48.0.5 through 11.48.4.8, 11.50.0.4 through 11.50.3.1, and 11.51.9999.98 through 11.52.0.23.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2016-10858 facilitate?

CVE-2016-10858 facilitates DNS NS entry poisoning, allowing for remote code execution without authentication.

5

Who is impacted by CVE-2016-10858?

Any users or organizations operating affected versions of cPanel are potentially impacted by CVE-2016-10858.

Contact

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