CVE-2014-2658:The CVE-2014-2658 is an unspecified vulnerability in Papercut MF and NG before 14.1 (Build 26983) that allows an attacker to cause a denial of service via unknown vectors.

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The CVE-2014-2658 is a vulnerability that was discovered in Papercut MF and NG versions before 14.1 (Build 26983). The nature of the vulnerability is unspecified, but it allows an attacker to cause a denial of service (DoS) attack. The method of exploitation is not specified, indicating that the vulnerability could be exploited through various vectors. The vulnerability was made public on April 10, 2014, and the CVE record was last updated on August 6, 2024.

Overview

The vulnerability is found in Papercut MF and NG, two popular print management software solutions. The affected versions are those before 14.1 (Build 26983). The vulnerability allows an attacker to cause a denial of service, effectively disrupting the normal functioning of the software. The exact nature of the vulnerability and the method of exploitation are not specified.

Remediation

The remediation for this vulnerability is to update Papercut MF and NG to version 14.1 (Build 26983) or later. As the exact nature of the vulnerability is not specified, it is recommended to follow best security practices and keep all software up-to-date to prevent potential exploitation.

References

  1. Papercut MF Release History
  2. IBM X-Force Exchange
  3. Papercut Release History
  4. Secunia Advisory 58037

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  1. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  2. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  3. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  4. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  5. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  6. Construction
    Construction
  7. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  8. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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