CVE-2000-0636: Medium severity HP JetDirect vulnerability

Published Jul 19, 2000
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Updated

HP JetDirect printers versions G.08.20 and H.08.20 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a malformed FTP quote command.

Affected Software

10 affected components
HP JetDirect=j3111a_rev._g.05.35
HP JetDirect=j3111a_rev._g.07.03
HP JetDirect=j3111a_rev._g.07.02
HP JetDirect=rev._h.08.05
HP JetDirect=rev._h.08.20
HP JetDirect=j3111a_rev._a.08.06
HP JetDirect=j3111a_rev._g.08.03
HP JetDirect=rev._g.08.20
HP JetDirect=j3111a_rev._g.07.17
HP JetDirect=rev._g.08.04

Event History

Jul 19, 2000
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Oct 13, 2000
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0636?

CVE-2000-0636 has been categorized as a denial of service vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2000-0636?

To address CVE-2000-0636, you should upgrade to a later version of the HP JetDirect firmware that is not susceptible to this attack.

3

Which versions of HP JetDirect are affected by CVE-2000-0636?

CVE-2000-0636 affects HP JetDirect versions G.08.20 and H.08.20 and earlier.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2000-0636 enable?

CVE-2000-0636 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a malformed FTP quote command.

5

Is CVE-2000-0636 easy to exploit?

Yes, CVE-2000-0636 can be easily exploited by sending a specially crafted FTP quote command to the affected devices.

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