CVE-2017-18475: Input Validation
Published Aug 5, 2019
·Updated
In cPanel before 62.0.4, Exim piped filters ran in the context of an incorrect user account when delivering to a system user (SEC-204).
Affected Software
5 affected components
Cpanel Cpanel>=11.54.0.0<11.54.0.36
Cpanel Cpanel>=55.9999.61<56.0.43
Cpanel Cpanel>=57.9999.48<58.0.43
Cpanel Cpanel>=59.9999.58<60.0.35
Cpanel Cpanel>=61.9999.55<62.0.4
Event History
Aug 5, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:45 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18475?
CVE-2017-18475 has a medium severity level due to the potential for unauthorized access to user accounts.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-18475?
To fix CVE-2017-18475, upgrade your cPanel version to 62.0.4 or later.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-18475?
CVE-2017-18475 affects cPanel versions prior to 62.0.4, including several older versions.
4
What is the impact of CVE-2017-18475?
The impact of CVE-2017-18475 includes potential delivery of emails with improper user context, leading to email account compromise.
5
Who is responsible for addressing CVE-2017-18475?
System administrators using affected versions of cPanel are responsible for addressing CVE-2017-18475 through updates.