CVE-2009-0941 Missing authorization in n/a

High 7.6 Published Updated

Remote attackers can access HP printer management interfaces without credentials due to missing default passwords, requiring administrators to set passwords.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2009-0941?

CVE-2009-0941 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 18 Mar 2009. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

The HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) on HP LaserJet Printers, Edgeline Printers, and Digital Senders has no management password by default, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access.

Weakness: CWE-264

Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-0941?

It affects 154 products.

Products include Hp 8100c Digital Sender, Hp 9100c Digital Sender, Hp 9200c Digital Sender, Hp 9250c Digital Sender, Hp Color Laserjet, Hp Color Laserjet 1500 and 148 more.

How do I fix CVE-2009-0941?

No fix has been published for CVE-2009-0941 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2009-0941 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2009-0941 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-fj5m-7qwm-v3qc.

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