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cPanel cPanel/WHM: Code execution with administrator privileges possible
CERT-Bund (BSI) reports one vulnerability in cPanel cPanel/WHM with severity high. The stated impact is code execution with administrator privileges. The full description, affected versions and recommended action are available from CERT-Bund (BSI).
- Attack vector
- over the network
- Access needed
- yes, an account is needed
What this means for you
An attacker can run their own code with administrator privileges. First check whether the system is reachable from the internet: if it is, the update takes precedence over the regular maintenance window.
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