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🚨 Critical cPanel Vulnerability Patched: Host Capitol Responds Within the Hour
A newly disclosed critical security vulnerability in cPanel & WHM (CVE-2026-41940) has prompted immediate action across the hosting industry. With a CVSS score of 9.8 (Critical), this vulnerability represents one of the most severe threats to web hosting infrastructure in recent years. At Host Capitol, we have initiated our response effectively.
As the World Deals with the COVID-19 Pandemic
As the world at large deals with the ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic, Host Capitol wants to express our dedication to our clients and the world when facing this global crisis. Host Capitol is focused on taking every security precaution to keep employees safe, while also ensuring that our clients stay connected.
New Logo. New Product Offerings. Same Great Service
As Host Capitol is preparing to update and expand its suite of products and services, it was decided this would be the perfect time to reveal and roll-out the company’s new logo. Host Capitol’s new logo was designed to best represent its brand name and commitment to service.
Changes to Linux Reseller Hosting Plans
Due to a recent, sudden, and rather extreme increase in pricing from one of our control panel software vendors (cPanel) and after much consideration on our end, we have had no choice but to make changes to our Linux Reseller Hosting Plans and promotions accordingly.
Best Web Hosting Deals for Black Friday
Host Capitol has launched its 2018 Black Friday Sale! Act fast to take advantage of the best web hosting deals of the year! Discounted items include:
- Lightning-fast SSD Shared Hosting (discounts for BOTH annual AND monthly plans)
- Reseller Hosting
- Positive SSL Certificates
- Cloud Backups and More!
Updates to Host Capitol’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
As a valued Host Capitol customer, we want to keep you informed of any changes that relate to your privacy and security. To keep pace with new data protection rules for EU customers based on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Host Capitol Announces NodeJS Availability
Host Capitol is happy to announce that NodeJS is now supported and included on every Linux SSD Shared Hosting, Linux SSD Reseller Hosting, and Semi-Dedicated Hosting plan, without any additional cost!
Host Capitol Partners with Softaculous
Host Capitol is pleased to announce a new partnership with Softaculous Ltd., the developer of the Softaculous Auto Installer which offers easy one-click installations of over 400 scripts.
Meltdown and Spectre Vulnerabilities
Earlier last week, multiple vulnerabilities were released that affect nearly every modern server and desktop computer running on Intel processors, including Windows, Macs, and Linux Systems.
Act Now: Save Net Neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission (FFC) is planning to vote on December 14th of this year to reverse Net Neutrality rules, essential for protecting small businesses and free speech.