CVE-2011-4166 is a directory traversal vulnerability in the MPAUploader.Uploader.1.UploadFiles method of HP Managed Printing Administration (versions prior to 2.6.4). This flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to create arbitrary files on affected systems by submitting crafted form data. With a CVSS score of 7.5, this vulnerability is considered highly severe due to its low attack complexity and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not on the CISA KEV catalog, a Metasploit module exists for exploitation, indicating readily available exploit code, though there is no evidence of active exploitation or significant community discussion.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 2.6.3CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:hp:managed_printing_administration:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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