CVE-2024-47076
CVE-2024-47076 in libcupsfilters allows attackers to inject controlled data into the CUPS printing system by exploiting a lack of sanitization in the cfGetPrinterAttributes5
function. This vulnerability can lead to serious security breaches by allowing malicious data to be used in critical system processes. With an SVRS of 36, CVE-2024-47076 presents a moderate risk requiring monitoring and potential mitigation. Although the CVSS score is 0, the SVRS considers real-world threat intelligence, indicating potential exploitability. The lack of sanitization of IPP attributes means that attacker-controlled data can be introduced when, for instance, generating a PPD file. This can compromise the entire CUPS system, potentially enabling further attacks. Because this vulnerability is 'In The Wild', it should be addressed promptly to minimize the risk of exploitation. Mitigation steps should include applying the latest patches and carefully reviewing IPP attribute handling.
Description
CVE-2024-47076 is a vulnerability in libcupsfilters
, a library used by CUPS, an open-source printing system. The vulnerability allows an attacker to provide attacker-controlled data to the CUPS system by exploiting the cfGetPrinterAttributes5
function, which does not sanitize IPP attributes returned from an IPP server. This could lead to various attacks, such as remote code execution or information disclosure. The SVRS for this vulnerability is 46, indicating a moderate level of severity.
Key Insights
- The vulnerability can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to target systems without requiring physical access.
- The vulnerability can lead to various attacks, including remote code execution and information disclosure.
- The vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild, indicating that attackers are aware of it and are actively using it to target systems.
Mitigation Strategies
- Update CUPS to the latest version, which includes a fix for this vulnerability.
- Disable the affected function,
cfGetPrinterAttributes5
, if possible. - Implement additional security measures, such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems, to protect against potential attacks.
Additional Information
- The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a warning about this vulnerability, calling for immediate and necessary measures.
- Threat actors, including
unknown
andshadow
, are actively exploiting this vulnerability. - If users have additional queries regarding this incident, they can use the 'Ask to Analyst' feature, contact SOCRadar directly, or open a support ticket for more information if necessary.
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