CVE-2009-0577 is an integer overflow vulnerability in the WriteProlog function of CUPS 1.1.17, specifically on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PostScript file. This flaw, an incorrect fix for a previous vulnerability, affects Apple CUPS and Red Hat Enterprise Linux. It has a CVSS score of 6.8, indicating a medium attack complexity, no authentication required, and potential for partial confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact. There is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code (Metasploit, Nuclei, ExploitDB), or significant community discussion or media coverage surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.1.17CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:apple:cups:1.1.17:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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