What is the severity of CVE-2017-18442?

CVE-2017-18442 has been classified with a moderate severity due to its potential exploitation by demo accounts.

How do I fix CVE-2017-18442?

To mitigate CVE-2017-18442, ensure that cPanel is updated to version 64.0.21 or later.

Who is affected by CVE-2017-18442?

CVE-2017-18442 affects cPanel versions prior to 64.0.21, specifically within version ranges from 55 to 64.

What does CVE-2017-18442 allow demo accounts to do?

CVE-2017-18442 allows demo accounts to execute Cpanel::SPFUI API commands, which should not be permitted.

Is CVE-2017-18442 an API vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2017-18442 is an API vulnerability that affects the execution permissions within the cPanel environment.

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CVE-2017-18442

medium

5.3

CWE

2/8/2019

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-18442: Command Injection

First published: Fri Aug 02 2019(Updated: )

cPanel before 64.0.21 allows demo accounts to execute Cpanel::SPFUI API commands (SEC-246).

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Cpanel Cpanel	>=55.9999.61<56.0.49
Cpanel Cpanel	>=57.9999.48<58.0.49
Cpanel Cpanel	>=59.9999.58<60.0.43
Cpanel Cpanel	>=61.9999.55<62.0.24
Cpanel Cpanel	>=63.9999.74<64.0.21

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-18442?
CVE-2017-18442 has been classified with a moderate severity due to its potential exploitation by demo accounts.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18442?
To mitigate CVE-2017-18442, ensure that cPanel is updated to version 64.0.21 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-18442?
CVE-2017-18442 affects cPanel versions prior to 64.0.21, specifically within version ranges from 55 to 64.
What does CVE-2017-18442 allow demo accounts to do?
CVE-2017-18442 allows demo accounts to execute Cpanel::SPFUI API commands, which should not be permitted.
Is CVE-2017-18442 an API vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2017-18442 is an API vulnerability that affects the execution permissions within the cPanel environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-18442?
CVE-2017-18442 has been classified with a moderate severity due to its potential exploitation by demo accounts.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18442?
To mitigate CVE-2017-18442, ensure that cPanel is updated to version 64.0.21 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-18442?
CVE-2017-18442 affects cPanel versions prior to 64.0.21, specifically within version ranges from 55 to 64.
What does CVE-2017-18442 allow demo accounts to do?
CVE-2017-18442 allows demo accounts to execute Cpanel::SPFUI API commands, which should not be permitted.
Is CVE-2017-18442 an API vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2017-18442 is an API vulnerability that affects the execution permissions within the cPanel environment.