Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in CUPS by Apple
CVE-2017-18248

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Apple
Status
Cups
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 March 2018

Summary

A vulnerability exists in the add_job function of CUPS, specifically in the scheduler/ipp.c file, that can be exploited by remote attackers when D-Bus support is enabled. By sending print jobs containing invalid usernames, an attacker could crash the server, resulting in a denial of service. This highlights the importance of ensuring proper validation of input and maintaining updated software to mitigate potential risks.

References

https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/05/msg0...
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https://github.com/apple/cups/issues/5143
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https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/07/msg0...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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