CVE-2021-42640

PrinterLogic Web Stack versions 19.1.1.13 SP9 and below are vulnerable to an Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) vulnerability that allows an…

published February 2, 2022

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Unauthenticated access is the key here! An attacker can easily reassign printer drivers with just a simple tweak in PrinterLogic Web Stack versions 19.1.1.13 SP9 and below. 🔥 Think of it like a sneaky librarian who can switch out the labels on any book without anyone noticing—suddenly the recipe book is misfiled as a horror novel! 📚 This vulnerability could allow an attacker to redirect print jobs to malicious drivers, potentially leading to data leaks or even distribution of harmful content. The implications can be surprisingly sneaky and damaging, especially in environments with sensitive information being printed.

Put simply

Think of it like a sneaky librarian who can switch out the labels on any book without anyone noticing—suddenly the recipe book is misfiled as a horror novel! 📚 This is an Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) vulnerability, allowing unauthorized users to manipulate printer driver assignments without authentication, essentially exploiting the system's trust in user input.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to redirect print jobs to malicious drivers, potentially leading to data leaks or even distribution of harmful content. The implications can be surprisingly sneaky and damaging, especially in environments with sensitive information being printed. To safeguard against this, update PrinterLogic Web Stack to a version above 19.1.1.13 SP9. Additionally, ensure that proper authorization checks are implemented for driver assignments to prevent unauthorized modifications. You've got this! By following these steps, you can secure your printing environment and maintain control. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02043 · 81.0th percentile
Published
2022-02-02T17:18Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 FEB 17:18Z
    PrinterLogic Web Stack versions 19.1.1.13 SP9 and below are vulnerable to an Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) vulnerability that allows an…
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