What is the severity of CVE-2002-2373?

CVE-2002-2373 is considered to have a medium severity due to the potential for unauthorized access.

How do I fix CVE-2002-2373?

To fix CVE-2002-2373, set a strong Telnet password in the TCP/IP printer configuration utility.

What are the risks associated with CVE-2002-2373?

The risks associated with CVE-2002-2373 include unauthorized remote access to the printer and potential data compromise.

Which devices are affected by CVE-2002-2373?

CVE-2002-2373 affects the default configuration of the Apple LaserWriter 12/640 PS printer and its TCP/IP configuration utility.

How can attackers exploit CVE-2002-2373?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2002-2373 by using the blank Telnet password to gain unauthorized remote access to the printer.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2002-2373

high

7.5

CWE

31/12/2002

3/10/2022

8/8/2024

CVE-2002-2373

First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )

The default configuration of the TCP/IP printer configuration utility in Apple LaserWriter 12/640 PS printer contains a blank Telnet password, which allows remote attackers to gain access.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple Apple Laserwriter	=12_640_ps
Apple Tcp Ip Configuration Utility	=12_640

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-2373?
CVE-2002-2373 is considered to have a medium severity due to the potential for unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2373?
To fix CVE-2002-2373, set a strong Telnet password in the TCP/IP printer configuration utility.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2002-2373?
The risks associated with CVE-2002-2373 include unauthorized remote access to the printer and potential data compromise.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2002-2373?
CVE-2002-2373 affects the default configuration of the Apple LaserWriter 12/640 PS printer and its TCP/IP configuration utility.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2002-2373?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2002-2373 by using the blank Telnet password to gain unauthorized remote access to the printer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-2373?
CVE-2002-2373 is considered to have a medium severity due to the potential for unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2373?
To fix CVE-2002-2373, set a strong Telnet password in the TCP/IP printer configuration utility.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2002-2373?
The risks associated with CVE-2002-2373 include unauthorized remote access to the printer and potential data compromise.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2002-2373?
CVE-2002-2373 affects the default configuration of the Apple LaserWriter 12/640 PS printer and its TCP/IP configuration utility.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2002-2373?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2002-2373 by using the blank Telnet password to gain unauthorized remote access to the printer.