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CVE-2011-3173

7.5 · HIGH

Stack-based buffer overflow in the GetDriverSettings function in nipplib.dll in the iPrint client in Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 (aka OES2) SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code…

Published Nov 30, 2011novellCWE-119EPSS 4.83%

Overview

CVE-2011-3173 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting novell iprint_open_enterprise_server_2. It was published on November 30, 2011 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the GetDriverSettings function in nipplib.dll in the iPrint client in Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 (aka OES2) SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long (1) hostname or (2) port field.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from novell. Update iprint_open_enterprise_server_2 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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References

Refsupport.novell.com/docs/Readmes/InfoDocument/patchbuilder/readme_5117030.htmlRefsupport.novell.com/docs/Readmes/InfoDocument/patchbuilder/readme_5117031.htmlRefwww.novell.com/support/viewContent.do?externalId=7009676Refwww.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-11-309/Refbugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=707730Refsupport.novell.com/docs/Readmes/InfoDocument/patchbuilder/readme_5117030.htmlRefsupport.novell.com/docs/Readmes/InfoDocument/patchbuilder/readme_5117031.htmlRefwww.novell.com/support/viewContent.do?externalId=7009676Refwww.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-11-309/Refbugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=707730

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-3173?

CVE-2011-3173 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting novell iprint_open_enterprise_server_2. It was published on November 30, 2011 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2011-3173?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, 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-2011-3173?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from novell. Update iprint_open_enterprise_server_2 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-2011-3173?

CyberStrike is an open-source, AI-augmented pentesting engine. Rather than flag a version number, it tests whether an issue like CVE-2011-3173 is actually reachable in your own applications and APIs, then verifies each finding before reporting it. That tells you if the weakness is a real, exploitable risk in your environment or a false positive you can safely deprioritize.

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