CVE-2012-4510
UnknownEPSS 1.23%
Last modified
CVE-2012-4510 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. cups-pk-helper before 0.2.3 does not properly wrap the (1) cupsGetFile and (2) cupsPutFile function calls, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to read or overwrite sensitive files using CUPS resources.. EPSS estimates a 1.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
cups-pk-helper before 0.2.3 does not properly wrap the (1) cupsGetFile and (2) cupsPutFile function calls, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to read or overwrite sensitive files using CUPS resources.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cups-Pk-Helper Project | Cups-Pk-Helper | <= 0.2.2 |
| Cups-Pk-Helper Project | Cups-Pk-Helper | 0.0.1 |
| Cups-Pk-Helper Project | Cups-Pk-Helper | 0.0.2 |
| Cups-Pk-Helper Project | Cups-Pk-Helper | 0.0.3 |
| Cups-Pk-Helper Project | Cups-Pk-Helper | 0.0.4 |
| Cups-Pk-Helper Project | Cups-Pk-Helper | 0.1.0 |
| Cups-Pk-Helper Project | Cups-Pk-Helper | 0.1.1 |
| Cups-Pk-Helper Project | Cups-Pk-Helper | 0.1.2 |
| Cups-Pk-Helper Project | Cups-Pk-Helper | 0.1.3 |
| Cups-Pk-Helper Project | Cups-Pk-Helper | 0.2.0 |
| Cups-Pk-Helper Project | Cups-Pk-Helper | 0.2.1 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-4510?
cups-pk-helper before 0.2.3 does not properly wrap the (1) cupsGetFile and (2) cupsPutFile function calls, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to read or overwrite sensitive files using CUPS resources.
How severe is CVE-2012-4510?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-4510 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4510?
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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