Vulnerability Description
The cupshelpers scripts in system-config-printer in Ubuntu 11.04 and 11.10, as used by the automatic printer driver download service, uses an "insecure connection" for queries to the OpenPrinting database, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a man-in-the-middle (MITM) attack that modifies packages or repositories.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 11.04 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/77214
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46909Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50721
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1265-1
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71394
- http://osvdb.org/77214
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46909Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50721
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-1265-1
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71394
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-4405?
CVE-2011-4405 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The cupshelpers scripts in system-config-printer in Ubuntu 11.04 and 11.10, as used by the automatic printer driver download service, uses an "insecure connection" for queries to the OpenPrinting data...
How severe is CVE-2011-4405?
CVE-2011-4405 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-4405?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Canonical Ubuntu Linux.