CVE-2020-10115: Critical severity cpanel vulnerability

Published Mar 17, 2020
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Updated

cPanel before 84.0.20, when PowerDNS is used, allows arbitrary code execution as root via dnsadmin. (SEC-537).

Affected Software

2 affected components
Cpanel Cpanel>=77.9999.110<78.0.45
Cpanel Cpanel>=83.9999.115<84.0.20

Event History

Mar 17, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:35 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-10115?

CVE-2020-10115 is a vulnerability in cPanel before version 84.0.20 when PowerDNS is used, allowing arbitrary code execution as root via dnsadmin.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-10115?

The severity of CVE-2020-10115 is critical with a CVSS score of 7.2.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-10115?

CVE-2020-10115 affects cPanel versions between 77.9999.110 and 78.0.45, as well as versions between 83.9999.115 and 84.0.20.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-10115?

To fix CVE-2020-10115, you should update cPanel to version 84.0.20 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-10115?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-10115 in the cPanel Change Log on the official cPanel documentation website.

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