CVE-2011-4771 Missing authorization in n/a
A malicious app can read or modify scanned files and Google account data in Scan to PDF Free due to improper data protection.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2011-4771?
CVE-2011-4771 is a medium-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 25 Jan 2012. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
The Scan to PDF Free (com.scan.to.pdf.trial) application 2.0.4 for Android does not properly protect data, which allows remote attackers to read or modify scanned files and a Google account via a crafted application.
Weakness: CWE-264
Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-4771?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Lucion Scan to Pdf Free.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4771?
No fix has been published for CVE-2011-4771 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-2011-4771 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2011-4771 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-46gp-59r3-724f.