CVE-2026-5115: Session hijacking in PaperCut NG/MF embedded application for Konica Minolta devices

Published Mar 31, 2026
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Updated

The PaperCut NG/MF (specifically, the embedded application for Konica Minolta devices) is vulnerable to session hijacking. The PaperCut NG/MF Embedded application is a software interface that runs directly on the touch screen of a multi-function device.

It was internally discovered that the communication channel between the embedded application and the server was insecure, which could leak data including sensitive information that may be used to mount an  attack on the device. Such an attack could potentially be used to steal data or to perform a phishing attack on the end user.

Affected Software

3 affected components
PaperCut PaperCut NG/MF Embedded Application for Konica Minolta devices
PaperCut PaperCut MF<25.0.5
PaperCut Papercut Mf Konica Minolta<25.0.9

Event History

Mar 31, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:54 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:54 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 13, 58282
Event
via FIRST·04:13 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-5115?

CVE-2026-5115 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for session hijacking.

2

How does CVE-2026-5115 occur?

CVE-2026-5115 occurs in the PaperCut NG/MF embedded application on Konica Minolta devices allowing unauthorized access through session hijacking.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-5115?

The potential impacts of CVE-2026-5115 include unauthorized access to user sessions, leading to data manipulation or theft.

4

How do I fix CVE-2026-5115?

To fix CVE-2026-5115, apply the latest security updates provided by PaperCut for the affected devices.

5

Who is affected by CVE-2026-5115?

Organizations using the PaperCut NG/MF embedded application on Konica Minolta devices are affected by CVE-2026-5115.

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