Local File Read and Write Vulnerability in CUPS by Apple
CVE-2012-5519

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Apple
Status
Cups
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 November 2012

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 15%

Summary

CUPS 1.4.4, utilized in various Linux distributions like Debian GNU/Linux, has a vulnerability that permits local users in the lpadmin group to access and modify files with root permissions through the web interface. This flaw arises from insecure storage of the web interface administrator key in /var/run/cups/certs/0, exposing systems to potential local privilege escalation attacks.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2012-5519
Created by p1ckzi

References

http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/11/11/5
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1654-1
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http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5784
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EPSS Score

15% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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