CVE-2019-20490
cPanel vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

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

Technical details

The vulnerability exists in the webmail username processing mechanism of cPanel versions prior to 82.0.18. The inconsistent processing of webmail usernames creates a security gap that could allow attackers to bypass authentication controls (TRUSTWAVE_UPDATE).

Impact

The vulnerability allows attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms, potentially gaining unauthorized access to webmail accounts (CPANEL_ADVISORY).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability is fixed in cPanel version 82.0.18. Users should upgrade to this version or later to address the security issue (TRUSTWAVE_UPDATE).

Additional resources


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