With the year slowly coming to an end, we draw the curtains on yet another chapter in cPanel\u2019s journey of offering added-value solutions that continue to lead the industry forward in web hosting management and security. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We already introduced some valuable innovations and enhancements, such as the introduction of Manage Team<\/strong><\/a> to further collaboration and control, or the addition of Two-Factor Authentication for Webmail<\/strong><\/a> to further strengthen security, which you can read about here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, the time has come to navigate through the latest added value solutions we brought to the table this year. So without further ado, let\u2019s bid farewell to 2023 and recap cPanel\u2019s added value solutions for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n cPanel Community Forums has been integrated into the cPanel Support Portal<\/strong> with the aim to both simplify and streamline user support. This migration serves as a significant step forward for both platform and users to ensure a simplified user experience with a shared sense of community – a unified hub for knowledge sharing and support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The integration offers a range of benefits, including a one-stop-shop for cPanel resources, continuity of familiar technical content, and the fostering of a stronger community overall. Aimed at simplifying communication, this move will make it easier for users to seek assistance, share experiences, and engage directly with the cPanel team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sit back and relax, because the Zero Day Initiative<\/strong> was publicly disclosed, and although six vulnerabilities were identified, no action is required on your part<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n That\u2019s right, based on the latest risk assessment and understanding of defect reports, no further action is required from your side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let\u2019s recap what we currently know about the Zero-Day vulnerabilities, disclosed through the Zero Day Initiative (ZDI):<\/p>\n\n\n\n CVE-2023<\/strong><\/a>–<\/a><\/strong>42115<\/strong><\/a>: <\/strong>Exim addressed issues specific to external authentication. When using cPanel Exim with the default settings, you are not vulnerable<\/strong> to this issue unless the \u2018external\u2019 authentication driver is explicitly enabled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CVE-2023-42114<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>& <\/strong>CVE-2023-42116<\/strong><\/a>: <\/strong>Fixed vulnerabilities related to SPA (Secure Password Authentication) and NTLM (NT LAN Manager). By default, cPanel Exim is not vulnerable to these issues unless the \u2018SPA\u2019 authentication driver has been activated.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n CVE-2023-42117<\/strong><\/a>: <\/strong>Known defect related to proxy protocol usage in Exim. Only posing risk if your mail traffic is being proxied to your server<\/strong>, and the proxy is untrusted. We suggest verifying the trustworthiness of your proxy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CVE-2023-42118<\/strong><\/a>: <\/strong>A libspf2 related Vulnerability has been patched by cPanel to protect against integer underflow. Due to limited details in ZDI\u2019s reports, the exact nature of the problem remains unknown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CVE-2023-42119<\/strong><\/a>: <\/strong>An <\/strong>issue related to dnsdb was reported. If you do not use smart hosts, you are not at risk. In case you have manually added a dnsdb configuration in any version of cPanel & WHM, please review your settings<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In cPanel & WHM version 116 we saw the welcome addition of experimental support for the CloudLinux 9 OS<\/strong>. It is important to note that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n For advanced WHM users familiar with the installation of this OS, we provide the following Installation Guide<\/a>. At cPanel, we are eager to explore the AI revolution in hosting together with WebPros to define the ways in which AI is transforming the industry, and furthermore identify how our solutions can keep empowering your business going forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Last month, Jan Loeffler, CTO at WebPros (cPanel, Plesk, WHMCS) took the stage for an engaging online event that delved into the influence of AI in today\u2019s rapidly evolving digital landscape. During this webinar, we shared with our community the ways in which AI is reshaping the hosting industry, optimizing performance, enhancing security, and streamlining operations along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you are a business owner, IT professional, or simply curious about the transformative role of AI in hosting, we will continue to provide valuable insights and actionable strategies to stay ahead in the digital age. We therefore only look forward to upcoming webinars to further explore the limitless potential of AI in the space of hosting, and to continue to engage with the community in this ever-evolving digital landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stay tuned for our white paper on the Influence of AI in Hosting, coming to you soon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Coming soon is our brand-new, beginner-friendly website builder: Sitejet Builder for cPanel, fully integrated and included into cPanel!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Get ready for a game-changer in website building \u2013 Sitejet Builder is about to make its debut as a fully integrated and user-friendly tool within cPanel. Designed with beginners in mind, this versatile website builder comes loaded with a powerful XOVI NOW integration, offering a robust SEO toolkit. Unlock the potential to elevate your website’s rankings, outshine competitors, and attract a broader audience with the SEO Analysis feature. Conduct free weekly site analyzes to assess your site’s performance in search engines, and gain valuable insights into the quantity and quality of your site’s rankings, visibility, and top keywords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But that’s not all \u2013 for a more in-depth understanding, audits, and actionable items, you can seamlessly transition to XOVI NOW. The synergy between Sitejet Builder and XOVI NOW promises to revolutionize your website management experience going forward. So are you eager to get started? Then join the waitlist now to be the first to know when Sitejet Builder is released! Simply visit https:\/\/sitejet.cpanel.net\/<\/a> and stay ahead in the world of website building and SEO together with cPanel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We are thrilled to introduce cPanel Site Quality Monitoring – the key to optimizing your website performance! Free and seamlessly integrated into your cPanel, this solution puts robust website monitoring right at your fingertips.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Designed with both beginners and seasoned users in mind, cPanel Site Quality Monitoring is incredibly user-friendly and simply a breeze to set up. Tailored for both solo projects or diverse ventures, enable yourself to customize dashboards with flexible alerts, covering all the essential aspects of website monitoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n cPanel Site Quality Monitoring offers proactive and automated issue detection which makes it a standout choice, ensuring a speedy problem resolution by providing actionable, and data-driven recommendations. With cPanel’s reliable support and expertise firmly behind it, this new feature guarantees business continuity and data security, making it your trusted companion for maintaining an exceptional and uninterrupted online presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Starting in Q3 of 2024 with the release of cPanel & WHM v122, MariaDB Server will be the default database for new installations of cPanel. This decision stems from a collaborative effort with the MariaDB Foundation, driven by shared values and a commitment to better serve the hosting community. As our goal is to ensure predictable server lifecycles to maintain optimal cPanel server performance, the switch to MariaDB is motivated by the pursuit of stability, enhanced performance, and long-term dedicated support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Support for MySQL will continue, thus existing installations will remain unchanged, and users, both new and existing, will retain the option to choose MySQL if preferred. This, to guarantee a smooth and flexible transition for all cPanel users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Expected in Q1 with the release of cPanel v118, Let\u2019s Encrypt will become the default provider for AutoSSL. This change is part of our continuous commitments to effectively enhance the service and address rate-limiting issues going forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Benefits of switching to Let\u2019s Encrypt:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Rest assured, AutoSSL certificates will continue to be issued as usual and your systems will automatically update to use Let\u2019s Encrypt for hostnames in cPanel v118. You can read more about AutoSSL and how to use it on our blog<\/a> and our documentation<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As we aim to make this transition as smooth as possible for everyone, you can visit our Support Portal<\/a> for any issues occurring when navigating through this change – our team will be more than happy to assist you round the clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\ncPanel Forum – Migration to Support Portal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Vulnerability Report – No Actions Required by Default<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Experimental Support for the CloudLinux™ 9 OS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Exploring the future of AI in Hosting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Looking Ahead into 2024<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Sitejet Builder SEO Analysis Feature<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
New cPanel Site Quality Monitoring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
MariaDB for New cPanel Installations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Let\u2019s Encrypt for AutoSSL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Upcoming Events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n