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

What is CVE-2017-18248?

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.