What is the severity of CVE-2024-8405?

CVE-2024-8405 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary file creation on affected systems.

How do I fix CVE-2024-8405?

To fix CVE-2024-8405, update PaperCut NG or MF to version 23.0.9 or later.

Which systems are affected by CVE-2024-8405?

CVE-2024-8405 affects Windows servers running PaperCut NG or MF with Web Print enabled.

What is the impact of CVE-2024-8405?

The impact of CVE-2024-8405 allows attackers to create arbitrary files on the server, potentially leading to further exploitation.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-8405?

As a workaround for CVE-2024-8405, it is recommended to disable the Web Print feature until the software is updated.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2024-8405

medium

6.1

CWE

EPSS

0.046%

26/9/2024

3/10/2024

CVE-2024-8405: Arbitrary File Creation in PaperCut NG/MF Web Print leading to a Denial of Service attack

First published: Thu Sep 26 2024(Updated: )

An arbitrary file creation vulnerability exists in PaperCut NG/MF that only affects Windows servers with Web Print enabled. This specific flaw exists within the web-print.exe process, which can incorrectly create files that don’t exist when a maliciously formed payload is provided. This can be used to flood disk space and result in a Denial of Service (DoS) attack. Note: This CVE has been split from CVE-2024-4712.

Credit: eb41dac7-0af8-4f84-9f6d-0272772514f4

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
PaperCut NG	<23.0.9
PaperCut NG	<23.0.9

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Reference Links

https://www.papercut.com/kb/Main/Security-Bulletin-May-2024/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8405?
CVE-2024-8405 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary file creation on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2024-8405?
To fix CVE-2024-8405, update PaperCut NG or MF to version 23.0.9 or later.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2024-8405?
CVE-2024-8405 affects Windows servers running PaperCut NG or MF with Web Print enabled.
What is the impact of CVE-2024-8405?
The impact of CVE-2024-8405 allows attackers to create arbitrary files on the server, potentially leading to further exploitation.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-8405?
As a workaround for CVE-2024-8405, it is recommended to disable the Web Print feature until the software is updated.

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