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 Software | Affected Version | How 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.
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/references
- agent/event
- vendor/cpanel
- canonical/cpanel cpanel
- version/cpanel cpanel/77.9999.110
- version/cpanel cpanel/81.9999.242
- version/cpanel cpanel/83.9999.115