CVE-2011-1705: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 9, 2011
·Updated
Heap-based buffer overflow in nipplib.dll in Novell iPrint Client before 5.64 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted client-file-name parameter in a printer-url.
Affected Software
20 affected components
Novell iPrint<=5.60
Novell iPrint=4.26
Novell iPrint=4.27
Novell iPrint=4.28
Novell iPrint=4.30
Novell iPrint=4.32
Novell iPrint=4.34
Novell iPrint=4.36
Novell iPrint=4.38
Novell iPrint=5.04
Novell iPrint=5.12
Novell iPrint=5.20b
Novell iPrint=5.30
Novell iPrint=5.32
Novell iPrint=5.40
Novell iPrint=5.42
Novell iPrint=5.44
Novell iPrint=5.50
Novell iPrint=5.52
Novell iPrint=5.56
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jun 9, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1705?
CVE-2011-1705 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2011-1705?
To fix CVE-2011-1705, you should update to the latest version of the Novell iPrint Client.
3
Which versions of Novell iPrint are affected by CVE-2011-1705?
CVE-2011-1705 affects multiple versions of Novell iPrint, including 4.26 through 5.64.
4
Can CVE-2011-1705 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2011-1705 can be exploited remotely through a crafted client-file-name parameter.
5
What component is vulnerable in CVE-2011-1705?
The vulnerable component in CVE-2011-1705 is nipplib.dll within the Novell iPrint Client.