CVE-2014-3537
UnknownEPSS 0.38%
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CVE-2014-3537 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The web interface in CUPS before 1.7.4 allows local users in the lp group to read arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a file in /var/cache/cups/rss/.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The web interface in CUPS before 1.7.4 allows local users in the lp group to read arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a file in /var/cache/cups/rss/.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | Cups | <= 1.7.3 | — |
| Apple | Cups | 1.7 | Rc1 |
| Apple | Cups | 1.7.0 | — |
| Apple | Cups | 1.7.1 | — |
| Apple | Cups | 1.7.2 | — |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 10.04 | — |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 12.04 | — |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 | — |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 20 | — |
References
- http://www.cups.org/blog.php?L724Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68788Vendor Advisory
- http://www.cups.org/blog.php?L724Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68788Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-3537?
The web interface in CUPS before 1.7.4 allows local users in the lp group to read arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a file in /var/cache/cups/rss/.
How severe is CVE-2014-3537?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-3537 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3537?
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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