Vulnerability identifier: #VU87599

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-1222

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 at certain API endpoints. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

PaperCut MF: 23.0.1 - 23.0.6, 22.0.1 - 22.1.4, 21.0.1 - 21.2.13, 20.0.1 - 20.1.9

PaperCut NG: 23.0.1 - 23.0.6, 22.0.1 - 22.1.4, 21.0.1 - 21.2.13, 20.0.1 - 20.1.9

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External links
http://www.papercut.com/kb/Main/Security-Bulletin-March-2024
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-782/

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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.