CVE-2008-2431: Buffer Overflow
Multiple buffer overflows in Novell iPrint Client before 5.06 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by calling the Novell iPrint ActiveX control (aka ienipp.ocx) with (1) a long third argument to the GetDriverFile method; a long first argument to the (2) GetPrinterURLList or (3) GetPrinterURLList2 method; (4) a long argument to the GetFileList method; a long argument to the (5) GetServerVersion, (6) GetResourceList, or (7) DeleteResource method, related to nipplib.dll; a long uploadPath argument to the (8) UploadPrinterDriver or (9) UploadResource method, related to URIs; (10) a long seventh argument to the UploadResource method; a long string in the (11) second, (12) third, or (13) fourth argument to the GetDriverSettings method, related to the IppGetDriverSettings function in nipplib.dll; or (14) a long eighth argument to the UploadResourceToRMS method.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-2431?
CVE-2008-2431 is considered to be of high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2431?
To fix CVE-2008-2431, you should upgrade to a version of Novell iPrint that is 5.06 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2008-2431?
CVE-2008-2431 affects multiple versions of Novell iPrint prior to version 5.06.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2008-2431?
CVE-2008-2431 can be exploited by attackers using crafted arguments to the Novell iPrint ActiveX control, leading to buffer overflows.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-2431?
A workaround for CVE-2008-2431 involves disabling or restricting the use of the iPrint ActiveX control until the software is updated.