CVE-2024-8405

Arbitrary File Creation in PaperCut NG/MF Web Print leading to a Denial of Service attack

Description

An arbitrary file creation vulnerability exists in PaperCut NG/MF that only affects Windows servers with Web Print enabled. This specific flaw exists within the web-print.exe process, which can incorrectly create files that don’t exist when a maliciously formed payload is provided. This can be used to flood disk space and result in a Denial of Service (DoS) attack. Note: This CVE has been split from CVE-2024-4712.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.40%
Vendor Advisory papercut.com
Affected: PaperCut PaperCut NG, PaperCut MF
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.papercut.com/kb/Main/Security-Bulletin-May-2024/ vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8405?
CVE-2024-8405 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8405?
To fix CVE-2024-8405, 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-2024-8405 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-8405 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-2024-8405?
CVE-2024-8405 affects PaperCut PaperCut NG, PaperCut MF.
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