CVE-2011-1706: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 9, 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.
Affected Software
20 affected components
Novell iPrint=5.20b
Novell iPrint=5.44
Novell iPrint=5.30
Novell iPrint=5.50
Novell iPrint=4.34
Novell iPrint<=5.60
Novell iPrint=4.38
Novell iPrint=5.56
Novell iPrint=4.27
Novell iPrint=4.32
Novell iPrint=4.26
Novell iPrint=5.12
Novell iPrint=4.36
Novell iPrint=4.28
Novell iPrint=5.32
Novell iPrint=5.40
Novell iPrint=4.30
Novell iPrint=5.42
Novell iPrint=5.04
Novell iPrint=5.52
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-2011-1706?
CVE-2011-1706 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2011-1706?
To fix CVE-2011-1706, users should upgrade to Novell iPrint Client version 5.64 or later.
3
What applications are affected by CVE-2011-1706?
CVE-2011-1706 affects multiple versions of Novell iPrint Client, specifically those earlier than 5.64.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-1706?
CVE-2011-1706 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2011-1706 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2011-1706 can be exploited remotely by attackers through a crafted printer URL.