Vulnerability Description
Softaculous before 5.5.7 is affected by a code execution vulnerability because of External Initialization of Trusted Variables or Data Stores. This leads to privilege escalation on the local host.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Softaculous | Softaculous | < 5.5.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://vulnerable.afThird Party Advisory
- https://vulnerable.af/posts/cve-2020-26886/ExploitMitigationThird Party Advisory
- https://www.softaculous.com/board/index.php?tid=17086&title=Softaculous_5.5.7_LaRelease NotesVendor Advisory
- https://vulnerable.afThird Party Advisory
- https://vulnerable.af/posts/cve-2020-26886/ExploitMitigationThird Party Advisory
- https://www.softaculous.com/board/index.php?tid=17086&title=Softaculous_5.5.7_LaRelease NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-26886?
CVE-2020-26886 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Softaculous before 5.5.7 is affected by a code execution vulnerability because of External Initialization of Trusted Variables or Data Stores. This leads to privilege escalation on the local host.
How severe is CVE-2020-26886?
CVE-2020-26886 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-26886?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Softaculous Softaculous.