CVE-2017-18463: Input Validation
Published Aug 2, 2019
·Updated
cPanel before 62.0.17 allows code execution in the context of the root account via a long DocumentRoot path (SEC-225).
Affected Software
4 affected components
Cpanel Cpanel>=55.9999.61<56.0.46
Cpanel Cpanel>=57.9999.48<58.0.45
Cpanel Cpanel>=59.9999.58<60.0.39
Cpanel Cpanel>=61.9999.55<62.0.17
Event History
Aug 2, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:33 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:33 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18463?
CVE-2017-18463 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for code execution in a root context.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-18463?
To mitigate CVE-2017-18463, upgrade your cPanel installation to version 62.0.17 or later.
3
What versions of cPanel are affected by CVE-2017-18463?
cPanel versions before 62.0.17 including 55.9999.61 to 56.0.46, 57.9999.48 to 58.0.45, and 59.9999.58 to 60.0.39 are all affected.
4
What is the nature of the vulnerability identified in CVE-2017-18463?
CVE-2017-18463 allows code execution due to the handling of long DocumentRoot paths.
5
Is CVE-2017-18463 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-18463 is exploitable remotely, which makes it particularly concerning for server security.