CVE-2020-14421
CVE-2020-14421 is a high-severity vulnerability in Aapanel with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-88.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
- CVSS v2: 9.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (92nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-88
- Affected product: Aapanel
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
aaPanel through 6.6.6 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands via the Script Content box on the Add Cron Job screen.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-14421?
- aaPanel through 6.6.6 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands via the Script Content box on the Add Cron Job screen.
- How severe is CVE-2020-14421?
- CVE-2020-14421 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2020-14421 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-14421?
- CVE-2020-14421 affects Aapanel. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-14421?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2020-14421 published?
- CVE-2020-14421 was published on 2020-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159575/aaPanel-6.6.6-Privilege-Escalation.html
- https://forum.aapanel.com
- https://github.com/jenaye/aapanel
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:aapanel:aapanel:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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