Code Execution Vulnerability in HP PageWide and OfficeJet Pro Printers
CVE-2017-2741

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

HP
Status
HP Pagewide Printers; HP Officejet Pro Printers
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 January 2018

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 86%

What is CVE-2017-2741?

A security vulnerability has been discovered in HP PageWide and OfficeJet Pro Printers that allows the potential for arbitrary code execution. This issue affects models with firmware versions released before 1708D, making them susceptible to exploitation by malicious actors. Organizations using these printers should assess their firmware versions and apply necessary updates to mitigate this risk.

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Affected Version(s)

HP PageWide Printers; HP OfficeJet Pro Printers before 1708D

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.

Metasploit exploit module for CVE-2017-2741
Created by Rapid7

zeek-jetdirect
Created by dopheide-esnet

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42176/
exploitx_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45273/
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https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c05462914
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EPSS Score

86% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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