CVE-2009-3553: Use After Free
Use-after-free vulnerability in the abstract file-descriptor handling interface in the cupsdDoSelect function in scheduler/select.c in the scheduler in cupsd in CUPS 1.3.7 and 1.3.10 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash or hang) via a client disconnection during listing of a large number of print jobs, related to improperly maintaining a reference count. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3553?
CVE-2009-3553 has a medium severity level due to its potential for denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3553?
To fix CVE-2009-3553, upgrade CUPS to version 1.3.11 or later, or apply the relevant security patches provided by your distribution.
What software is affected by CVE-2009-3553?
CVE-2009-3553 affects CUPS versions 1.3.7 and 1.3.10, along with certain versions of macOS, Ubuntu, and Fedora.
What type of attack does CVE-2009-3553 facilitate?
CVE-2009-3553 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a denial of service, crashing or hanging the CUPS daemon.
Is CVE-2009-3553 still a concern for current systems?
While CVE-2009-3553 is an older vulnerability, systems still using vulnerable versions of CUPS remain at risk.