Vulnerability Description
upgrade.py in the hp-upgrade service in HP Linux Imaging and Printing (HPLIP) 3.x through 3.13.11 launches a program from an http URL, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code by gaining control over the client-server data stream.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hp | Linux Imaging And Printing Project | 3.9.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-01/msg00087.html
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/12/05/2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2829
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2085-1
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=853405Exploit
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-01/msg00087.html
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/12/05/2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2829
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2085-1
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=853405Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-6427?
CVE-2013-6427 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). upgrade.py in the hp-upgrade service in HP Linux Imaging and Printing (HPLIP) 3.x through 3.13.11 launches a program from an http URL, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary cod...
How severe is CVE-2013-6427?
CVE-2013-6427 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-6427?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hp Linux Imaging And Printing Project.