CVE-2008-3641 describes a critical remote code execution vulnerability affecting CUPS versions prior to 1.3.9, specifically within its Hewlett-Packard Graphics Language (HPGL) filter. This flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending specially crafted pen width and pen color opcodes that overwrite memory. With a CVSS score of 10.0, this vulnerability presents a severe risk, enabling complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed on the KEV catalog, an ExploitDB entry (EDB-32470) confirms the existence of public exploit code, despite limited community discussion or media coverage.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 1.3.8CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:apple:cups:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
1.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:apple:cups:1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
1.1.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:apple:cups:1.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
1.1.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:apple:cups:1.1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
1.1.3CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:apple:cups:1.1.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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