Vulnerability identifier: #VU55844

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-38588

CWE-ID: CWE-354

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
cPanel
Web applications / Remote management & hosting panels

Vendor: cPanel, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper verification of the integrity of downloads in fix_cpanel_perl. A remote attacker can trick a victim to download a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

cPanel: 96.0.0 - 96.0.11

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External links
http://docs.cpanel.net/changelogs/96-change-log/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.