CVE-2017-18450: SQL Injection

Published Aug 2, 2019
·
Updated

cPanel before 64.0.21 allows certain file-chmod operations via /scripts/convertroundcubemysql2sqlite (SEC-255).

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·04:24 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:24 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-18450?

CVE-2017-18450 is considered a medium severity vulnerability that may allow unauthorized file permission changes.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-18450?

To fix CVE-2017-18450, update cPanel to version 64.0.21 or later.

3

Which versions of cPanel are affected by CVE-2017-18450?

CVE-2017-18450 affects cPanel versions before 64.0.21, including versions in the 55.x, 56.x, 57.x, 58.x, 59.x, 60.x, 61.x, and 62.x series.

4

What actions are vulnerable due to CVE-2017-18450?

CVE-2017-18450 allows certain file-chmod operations via the /scripts/convert_roundcube_mysql2sqlite script.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-18450 if I cannot update cPanel?

There is no documented workaround for CVE-2017-18450, and the recommended solution is to apply the necessary updates.

Contact

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