CVE-2024-27142

Pre-authenticated XXE injection

Description

Toshiba printers use XML communication for the API endpoint provided by the printer. For the endpoint, XML parsing library is used and it is vulnerable to a time-based blind XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability. An attacker can DoS the printers. An attacker can exploit the XXE to retrieve information. As for the affected products/models/versions, see the reference URL.

Remediation

Solution:

  • This issue is fixed in the version released on June 14, 2024 and all later versions.

Workaround:

  • When connecting the MFPs and printers with an outer network such as the Internet, only operate it in a network environment protected by a firewall, etc. to prevent information from being leaked due to incorrect settings or avoid illegal access by unauthorized users.

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.15%
Affected: Toshiba Tec Corporation Toshiba Tec e-Studio multi-function peripheral (MFP)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27142?
CVE-2024-27142 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-27142?
To fix CVE-2024-27142: This issue is fixed in the version released on June 14, 2024 and all later versions.
Is CVE-2024-27142 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-27142 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-27142?
CVE-2024-27142 affects Toshiba Tec Corporation Toshiba Tec e-Studio multi-function peripheral (MFP).
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