CVE-2024-3037: Arbitrary File Deletion in PaperCut NG/MF Web Print
An arbitrary file deletion vulnerability exists in PaperCut NG/MF, specifically affecting Windows servers with Web Print enabled. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must first obtain local login access to the Windows Server hosting PaperCut NG/MF and be capable of executing low-privilege code directly on the server.
Important: In most installations, this risk is mitigated by the default Windows Server configuration, which typically restricts local login access to Administrators only. However, this vulnerability could pose a risk to customers who allow non-administrative users to log in to the local console of the Windows environment hosting the PaperCut NG/MF application server.
Note: This CVE has been split into two separate CVEs (CVE-2024-3037 and CVE-2024-8404) and it’s been rescored with a "Privileges Required (PR)" rating of low, and “Attack Complexity (AC)” rating of low, reflecting the worst-case scenario where an Administrator has granted local login access to standard users on the host server.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-3037?
CVE-2024-3037 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary file deletion on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2024-3037?
To mitigate CVE-2024-3037, update PaperCut NG or MF to version 23.0.10 or later as per the vendor's security bulletin.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2024-3037?
CVE-2024-3037 primarily affects PaperCut NG/MF installations running on Windows servers with Web Print enabled.
Can CVE-2024-3037 be exploited remotely?
No, an attacker must obtain local login access to the Windows server hosting PaperCut NG/MF to exploit CVE-2024-3037.
What potential impact does CVE-2024-3037 have on organizations?
Exploitation of CVE-2024-3037 could lead to unauthorized deletion of files, which may disrupt business operations and cause data loss.