Main Vulnerability Database Vulnerabilities #VU74037

Improper access control in PaperCut MF and PaperCut NG - #VU74037

Published: March 27, 2023

Vulnerability identifier: #VU74037

CSH Severity: High

CVSS v4: 9.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Remote access

Exploit availability: No public exploit available

Vulnerability details

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions within the SetupCompleted class. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Affected software

PaperCut MF
PaperCut NG

Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

PaperCut MF - addressed in versions 20.1.7, 21.2.11, 22.0.9
PaperCut NG - addressed in versions 20.1.7, 21.2.11, 22.0.9

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