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CVE-2002-1367

10.0 · HIGH

Common Unix Printing System (CUPS) 1.1.14 through 1.1.17 allows remote attackers to add printers without authentication via a certain UDP packet, which can then be used to perform unauthorized acti…

Published Dec 26, 2002easy_software_productsEPSS 3.68%

Overview

CVE-2002-1367 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting easy_software_products cups. It was published on December 26, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Common Unix Printing System (CUPS) 1.1.14 through 1.1.17 allows remote attackers to add printers without authentication via a certain UDP packet, which can then be used to perform unauthorized activities such as stealing the local root certificate for the administration server via a "need authorization" page, as demonstrated by new-coke.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from easy_software_products. Update cups to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1367?

CVE-2002-1367 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting easy_software_products cups. It was published on December 26, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2002-1367?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2002-1367?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from easy_software_products. Update cups to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2002-1367?

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