CVE-2023-39470

PaperCut NG print.script.sandboxed Exposed Dangerous Function Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

PaperCut NG print.script.sandboxed Exposed Dangerous Function Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of PaperCut NG. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the management of the print.script.sandboxed setting. The issue results from the exposure of a dangerous function. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-20965.

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 5.74% Top 15%
Vendor Advisory papercut.com
Affected: PaperCut NG
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-786/ third party advisory
https://www.papercut.com/kb/Main/SecurityBulletinJune2023/ vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-39470?
CVE-2023-39470 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-39470?
To fix CVE-2023-39470, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-39470 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-39470 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~6% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-39470?
CVE-2023-39470 affects PaperCut NG.
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