CVE-2011-1706: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jun 09 2011(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in nipplib.dll in Novell iPrint Client before 5.64 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted iprint-client-config-info parameter in a printer-url.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Novell iPrint Client | =5.20b | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =5.44 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =5.30 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =5.50 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =4.34 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | <=5.60 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =4.38 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =5.56 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =4.27 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =4.32 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =4.26 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =5.12 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =4.36 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =4.28 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =5.32 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =5.40 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =4.30 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =5.42 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =5.04 | |
| Novell iPrint Client | =5.52 |
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Reference Links
- http://download.novell.com/Download?buildid=6_bNby38ERg~
- http://secunia.com/advisories/44811
- http://www.novell.com/support/php/search.do?cmd=displayKC&docType=kc&externalId=7008730
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/518273/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48124
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025606
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-11-179/
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/67881
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1706?
CVE-2011-1706 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1706?
To fix CVE-2011-1706, users should upgrade to Novell iPrint Client version 5.64 or later.
What applications are affected by CVE-2011-1706?
CVE-2011-1706 affects multiple versions of Novell iPrint Client, specifically those earlier than 5.64.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-1706?
CVE-2011-1706 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2011-1706 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2011-1706 can be exploited remotely by attackers through a crafted printer URL.
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