Vulnerability Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in CUPS before 1.1.22, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via crafted IPP packets.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Desktop | 3.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | as_3 |
| Easy Software Products | Cups | 1.1.17 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-03/msg00000.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29087Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29189
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29251
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2008-084.htm
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2008-098.htm
- http://wiki.rpath.com/Advisories:rPSA-2008-0091
- http://wiki.rpath.com/wiki/Advisories:rPSA-2008-0091
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2008:050
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0153.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2008-0161.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/488966/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27988
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019497
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/40845
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0597?
CVE-2008-0597 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Use-after-free vulnerability in CUPS before 1.1.22, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via crafted IPP packets.
How severe is CVE-2008-0597?
CVE-2008-0597 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-0597?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Redhat Desktop, Redhat Enterprise Linux, Easy Software Products Cups.