Vulnerability Description
cups-pk-helper before 0.2.3 does not properly wrap the (1) cupsGetFile and (2) cupsPutFile function calls, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to read or overwrite sensitive files using CUPS resources.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cups-Pk-Helper Project | Cups-Pk-Helper | <= 0.2.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2562
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2013:069
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/12/2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2012/dsa-2562
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2013:069
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/12/2
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-4510?
CVE-2012-4510 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.8 (MEDIUM). cups-pk-helper before 0.2.3 does not properly wrap the (1) cupsGetFile and (2) cupsPutFile function calls, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to read or overwrite sensitive files using CUPS r...
How severe is CVE-2012-4510?
CVE-2012-4510 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-4510?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cups-Pk-Helper Project Cups-Pk-Helper.