CVE-2007-5849
UnknownEPSS 13.61%
Last modified
CVE-2007-5849 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Integer underflow in the asn1_get_string function in the SNMP back end (backend/snmp.c) for CUPS 1.2 through 1.3.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted SNMP response that triggers a stack-based buffer overflow.. EPSS estimates a 13.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Integer underflow in the asn1_get_string function in the SNMP back end (backend/snmp.c) for CUPS 1.2 through 1.3.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted SNMP response that triggers a stack-based buffer overflow.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Easy Software Products | Cups | 1.2.4 |
| Easy Software Products | Cups | 1.2.9 |
| Easy Software Products | Cups | 1.2.10 |
| Easy Software Products | Cups | 1.2.12 |
| Easy Software Products | Cups | 1.3.3 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28113Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28129Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28136Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28200Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28386Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28441Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28636Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28676Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-352A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/4238Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/4242Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28113Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28129Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28136Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28200Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28386Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28441Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28636Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28676Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-352A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/4238Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/4242Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2007-5849?
Integer underflow in the asn1_get_string function in the SNMP back end (backend/snmp.c) for CUPS 1.2 through 1.3.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted SNMP response that triggers a stack-based buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2007-5849?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-5849 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 13.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5849?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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