CVE-2008-5286

UnknownEPSS 4.40%

Last modified

CVE-2008-5286 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Integer overflow in the _cupsImageReadPNG function in CUPS 1.1.17 through 1.3.9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PNG image with a large height value, which bypasses a validation check and triggers a buffer overflow.. EPSS estimates a 4.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Integer overflow in the _cupsImageReadPNG function in CUPS 1.1.17 through 1.3.9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PNG image with a large height value, which bypasses a validation check and triggers a buffer overflow.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
4.40%

90.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
AppleCups1.1.17
AppleCups1.1.18
AppleCups1.1.19
AppleCups1.1.20
AppleCups1.1.21
AppleCups1.1.22
AppleCups1.1.23
AppleCups1.2B1
AppleCups1.2.0
AppleCups1.2.1
AppleCups1.2.2
AppleCups1.2.3
AppleCups1.2.4
AppleCups1.2.5
AppleCups1.2.6
AppleCups1.2.7
AppleCups1.2.8
AppleCups1.2.9
AppleCups1.2.10
AppleCups1.2.11
AppleCups1.2.12
AppleCups1.3B1
AppleCups1.3.0
AppleCups1.3.1
AppleCups1.3.2
AppleCups1.3.3
AppleCups1.3.4
AppleCups1.3.5
AppleCups1.3.6
AppleCups1.3.7
AppleCups1.3.8
AppleCups1.3.9

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5286?
Integer overflow in the _cupsImageReadPNG function in CUPS 1.1.17 through 1.3.9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PNG image with a large height value, which bypasses a validation check and triggers a buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2008-5286?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5286 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5286?
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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Source: NVD / NIST