CVE-2014-5030
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CVE-2014-5030 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. CUPS before 2.0 allows local users to read arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (1) index.html, (2) index.class, (3) index.pl, (4) index.php, (5) index.pyc, or (6) index.py.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
CUPS before 2.0 allows local users to read arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (1) index.html, (2) index.class, (3) index.pl, (4) index.php, (5) index.pyc, or (6) index.py.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 10.04 | — |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 12.04 | — |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 | — |
| Apple | Cups | <= 1.7.4 | — |
| Apple | Cups | 1.7 | Rc1 |
| Apple | Cups | 1.7.0 | — |
| Apple | Cups | 1.7.1 | — |
| Apple | Cups | 1.7.2 | — |
| Apple | Cups | 1.7.3 | — |
References
- https://cups.org/str.php?L4455Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://cups.org/str.php?L4455Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-5030?
CUPS before 2.0 allows local users to read arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (1) index.html, (2) index.class, (3) index.pl, (4) index.php, (5) index.pyc, or (6) index.py.
How severe is CVE-2014-5030?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-5030 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5030?
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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