CVE-2017-18449: Input Validation
Published Aug 2, 2019
·Updated
cPanel before 64.0.21 allows certain file-rename operations in the context of the root account via scripts/convertroundcubemysql2sqlite (SEC-254).
Affected Software
5 affected components
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
Event History
Aug 2, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:23 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18449?
CVE-2017-18449 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability affecting cPanel versions prior to 64.0.21.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-18449?
To mitigate CVE-2017-18449, upgrade cPanel to the latest version, specifically 64.0.21 or later.
3
What is the impact of CVE-2017-18449?
CVE-2017-18449 allows unauthorized file-rename operations in the context of the root account.
4
Which versions of cPanel are affected by CVE-2017-18449?
CVE-2017-18449 affects cPanel versions 55.9999.61 to 64.0.20.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-18449?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2017-18449 other than upgrading to the patched version.