CVE-2017-18429: Low severity cpanel vulnerability

Published Aug 2, 2019
·
Updated

In cPanel before 66.0.2, Apache HTTP Server SSL domain logs can persist on disk after an account termination (SEC-291).

Affected Software

6 affected components
Cpanel Cpanel>=55.9999.61<56.0.51
Cpanel Cpanel>=57.9999.48<58.0.52
Cpanel Cpanel>=59.9999.58<60.0.45
Cpanel Cpanel>=61.9999.55<62.0.27
Cpanel Cpanel>=63.9999.74<64.0.33
Cpanel Cpanel>=65.9999.38<66.0.2

Event History

Aug 2, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:54 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-18429?

CVE-2017-18429 is classified as a moderate vulnerability due to its potential impact on data privacy.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-18429?

To fix CVE-2017-18429, upgrade your cPanel installation to version 66.0.2 or later.

3

What kind of data is affected by CVE-2017-18429?

CVE-2017-18429 affects Apache HTTP Server SSL domain logs that may remain on disk after an account is terminated.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2017-18429?

Users of cPanel versions prior to 66.0.2 are affected by CVE-2017-18429.

5

What is the main issue with CVE-2017-18429?

The main issue with CVE-2017-18429 is that sensitive SSL log data can persist on the server after account deletion.

Contact

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