Symlink Vulnerability in CUPS Affects Multiple Vendors
CVE-2014-3537

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor: Apple
Status: Cups
Vendor: CVE Published:; 23 July 2014

What is CVE-2014-3537?

The web interface in versions of CUPS prior to 1.7.4 contains a vulnerability that allows local users in the lp group to exploit symlink attacks. This enables these users to read arbitrary files located within the /var/cache/cups/rss/ directory, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information. System administrators are advised to apply appropriate patches and restrict user permissions to mitigate any risks associated with this vulnerability.

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