Vulnerability identifier: #VU74037

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
PaperCut MF
Other software / Other software solutions
PaperCut NG
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: PaperCut Software

Description

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.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

PaperCut MF: 8.0

PaperCut NG: 8.0

---

External links
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-233/
http://www.papercut.com/kb/Main/PO-1216-and-PO-1219#product-status-and-next-steps

---

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.