CVE-2017-18383 : Security Advisory and Response

This CVE-2017-18383 article provides insights into a security vulnerability in cPanel versions prior to 68.0.15, where home directory backups are saved in an incorrect location.

Understanding CVE-2017-18383

This section delves into the details of the vulnerability and its impact.

What is CVE-2017-18383?

cPanel versions before 68.0.15 have a security flaw (SEC-309) that incorrectly stores backups of home directories.

The Impact of CVE-2017-18383

The vulnerability allows backups to be saved in an inappropriate destination, potentially exposing sensitive data.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-18383

Explore the technical aspects of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Before version 68.0.15, cPanel erroneously saves home-directory backups to an incorrect location.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: cPanel
Vendor: cPanel
Versions affected: All versions before 68.0.15

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability occurs due to a misconfiguration in the backup process, leading to data leakage.

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to address and prevent the CVE-2017-18383 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update cPanel to version 68.0.15 or newer to fix the backup location issue.
Regularly monitor backup processes to ensure data is stored securely.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement access controls to restrict backup locations.
Conduct regular security audits to identify and mitigate similar vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by cPanel to address security vulnerabilities promptly.