CVE-2017-18407 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2017-18407 where cPanel versions before 67.9999.103 lack SSL hostname verification during support-agreement downloads, enabling potential man-in-the-middle attacks.
The SSL hostname verification for the download of the support agreement (SEC-279) is not enforced in cPanel versions before 67.9999.103.
Understanding CVE-2017-18407
This CVE highlights a vulnerability in cPanel versions prior to 67.9999.103 where SSL hostname verification is not enforced during the download of the support agreement (SEC-279).
What is CVE-2017-18407?
cPanel before version 67.9999.103 fails to enforce SSL hostname verification for the support-agreement download (SEC-279).
The Impact of CVE-2017-18407
This vulnerability could allow an attacker to perform man-in-the-middle attacks, intercept sensitive data, or conduct unauthorized downloads due to the lack of SSL hostname verification.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-18407
Vulnerability Description
The issue arises from the failure to enforce SSL hostname verification during the download of the support agreement in cPanel versions before 67.9999.103.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: cPanel
- Vendor: Not applicable
- Versions affected: Versions before 67.9999.103
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by intercepting traffic during the download of the support agreement, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data theft.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade cPanel to version 67.9999.103 or later to enforce SSL hostname verification.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch cPanel to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
- Implement SSL/TLS best practices to enhance overall security.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates provided by cPanel to address vulnerabilities like the SSL hostname verification issue.