8.8
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2019-20490

First published: Tue Mar 17 2020(Updated: )

cPanel before 82.0.18 allows authentication bypass because webmail usernames are processed inconsistently (SEC-499).

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cpanel Cpanel>=77.9999.110<78.0.43
Cpanel Cpanel>=81.9999.242<82.0.18
Cpanel Cpanel>=83.9999.115<84.0.10

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2019-20490?

    CVE-2019-20490 is a vulnerability in cPanel before version 82.0.18 that allows authentication bypass due to inconsistent processing of webmail usernames.

  • How can the CVE-2019-20490 vulnerability be exploited?

    The CVE-2019-20490 vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating webmail usernames to bypass authentication.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-20490?

    CVE-2019-20490 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-20490?

    Versions between 78.0.43 and 82.0.18 of cPanel are affected by CVE-2019-20490.

  • How can I fix CVE-2019-20490?

    To fix CVE-2019-20490, upgrade cPanel to version 82.0.18 or later.

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