CVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
94.3 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
Yes
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of PaperCut NG 22.0.5 (Build 63914). Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the SetupCompleted class. The issue results from improper access control. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-18987.
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
- Date Added
- 2023-04-21
- Patch Due Date
- 2023-05-12
- Ransomware Use
- Known
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2023-27350?
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of PaperCut NG 22.0.5 (Build 63914). Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the SetupCompleted class. The issue results from improper access control. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-18987.
Is CVE-2023-27350 actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2023-27350 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 2023-05-12.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2023-27350?
CVE-2023-27350 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).
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