CVE-2020-26098: Critical severity cpanel vulnerability

Published Sep 25, 2020
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Updated

cPanel before 88.0.3 mishandles the Exim filter path, leading to remote code execution (SEC-485).

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cpanel Cpanel<88.0.3

Event History

Sep 25, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:43 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:43 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-26098?

CVE-2020-26098 is a vulnerability in cPanel before version 88.0.3 that mishandles the Exim filter path, leading to remote code execution.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-26098?

CVE-2020-26098 has a severity rating of critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

3

How does CVE-2020-26098 affect cPanel?

CVE-2020-26098 affects cPanel before version 88.0.3 by mishandling the Exim filter path, which can result in remote code execution.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-26098?

To fix CVE-2020-26098, you should update to cPanel version 88.0.3 or above, as this vulnerability has been patched in that version.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-26098?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-26098 in the cPanel changelog at https://docs.cpanel.net/changelogs/88-change-log/

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