CVE-2019-20491: Medium severity cpanel vulnerability

Published Mar 16, 2020
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Updated

cPanel before 82.0.18 allows attackers to leverage virtual mail accounts in order to bypass account suspensions (SEC-508).

Affected Software

3 affected components
Cpanel Cpanel>=77.9999.110<78.0.43
Cpanel Cpanel>=81.9999.242<82.0.18
Cpanel Cpanel>=83.9999.115<84.0.10

Event History

Mar 16, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:13 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-20491?

CVE-2019-20491 has a severity rating that suggests it can be exploited to bypass account suspensions, potentially allowing unauthorized access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-20491?

To fix CVE-2019-20491, upgrade to cPanel version 82.0.18 or later.

3

What versions of cPanel are affected by CVE-2019-20491?

CVE-2019-20491 affects cPanel versions prior to 82.0.18, as well as specific earlier versions such as 77.9999.110 and up to 81.9999.242.

4

What consequences can occur if CVE-2019-20491 is exploited?

If exploited, CVE-2019-20491 may allow attackers to use virtual mail accounts to access suspended accounts, raising security risks.

5

Is CVE-2019-20491 a known issue in the cPanel community?

Yes, CVE-2019-20491 is documented and recognized within the cPanel community as a vulnerability that warrants immediate attention.

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