USN-7043-3: cups-filters vulnerability
USN-7043-1 fixed a vulnerability in cups-filters. This update provides the corresponding update for Ubuntu 16.04 LTS Original advisory details: Simone Margaritelli discovered that the cups-filters cups-browsed component could be used to create arbitrary printers from outside the local network. In combination with issues in other printing components, a remote attacker could possibly use this issue to connect to a system, created manipulated PPD files, and execute arbitrary code when a printer is used. This update disables support for the legacy CUPS printer discovery protocol. (CVE-2024-47176)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-7043-3?
USN-7043-3 addresses a critical vulnerability affecting the cups-filters package in Ubuntu 16.04 LTS.
How do I fix USN-7043-3?
To fix USN-7043-3, update the cups-browsed and cups-filters packages to version 1.8.3-2ubuntu3.5+esm2.
What vulnerabilities are fixed in USN-7043-3?
USN-7043-3 fixes an arbitrary printer creation vulnerability in the cups-browsed component of cups-filters.
Which Ubuntu versions are affected by USN-7043-3?
USN-7043-3 affects Ubuntu 16.04 LTS users who have cups-browsed and cups-filters installed.
Who discovered the vulnerability addressed by USN-7043-3?
The vulnerability fixed in USN-7043-3 was discovered by Simone Margaritelli.