CVE-2008-0047 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 18 Mar 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via crafted search expressions in CUPS when printer sharing is enabled.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: Available

What is CVE-2008-0047?

CVE-2008-0047 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 18 Mar 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Heap-based buffer overflow in the cgiCompileSearch function in CUPS 1.3.5, and other versions including the version bundled with Apple Mac OS X 10.5.2, when printer sharing is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted search expressions.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-0047?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Cups Cups.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0047?

Upgrade to a fixed version.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2008-0047 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-0047 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2008-0047, GHSA-955r-8v94-5rcf.