CVE-2024-8404: Arbitrary File Deletion in PaperCut NG/MF Web Print Hot folder
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 via the web-print-hot-folder.
Important: In most installations, this risk is mitigated by the default Windows Server configuration, which restricts local login access to Administrators only. However, this vulnerability could pose a risk to customers who allow non-administrative users to log into the local console of the Windows environment hosting the PaperCut NG/MF application server.
Update:
This CVE has been updated in May 2025 to update the fixed version and fix process. Please refer to the May 2025 Security Bulletin.
Note:
This CVE has been split from CVE-2024-3037.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-8404?
CVE-2024-8404 has been rated as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary file deletion.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8404?
To fix CVE-2024-8404, update PaperCut NG/MF to version 23.0.9 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-8404?
CVE-2024-8404 affects Windows servers running PaperCut NG and PaperCut MF with Web Print enabled.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2024-8404?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2024-8404 can perform arbitrary file deletion on the affected server.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-8404?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2024-8404 requires local login access to the Windows Server hosting PaperCut.