CVE-2021-3705

Potential security vulnerabilities have been discovered on a certain HP LaserJet Pro printer that may allow an unauthorized user to reconfigure, reset the…

published November 1, 2021

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
78.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Unauthorized access can lead to chaos—a sneaky exploit could allow an intruder to reconfigure your HP LaserJet Pro printer. 🔥 Think of it like a hotel guest being able to change the front desk system—suddenly, they can check themselves in and out, or even reset bookings without permission! An attacker could reconfigure or reset the printer, leading to unauthorized access to print jobs or network configurations. This could compromise sensitive information or disrupt business operations, making it a risk you don't want to overlook.

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel guest being able to change the front desk system—suddenly, they can check themselves in and out, or even reset bookings without permission! This vulnerability allows an unauthorized user to potentially change settings on the HP LaserJet Pro printer, possibly affecting security configurations and network access.

What to do

An attacker could reconfigure or reset the printer, leading to unauthorized access to print jobs or network configurations. This could compromise sensitive information or disrupt business operations, making it a risk you don't want to overlook. Check for firmware updates from HP to ensure your printer is secure. Regularly review user access and settings to prevent unauthorized changes. Consider setting a strong administrative password and limiting physical access to the printer. You've got this! Stay ahead of potential risks by taking these steps to protect your devices. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01846 · 78.9th percentile
Published
2021-11-01T13:20Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 01 NOV 13:20Z
    Potential security vulnerabilities have been discovered on a certain HP LaserJet Pro printer that may allow an unauthorized user to reconfigure, reset the…
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