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.

Contact

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