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If through a vulnerability assessment, a network security issue is detected for the vulnerability below, applying the appropriate security patches in a timely matter is very important. If you have detected that your system has already been compromised, following CERT's Network Security recovery document will assist with recommended steps for system recovery. Home >> Browse Vulnerability Assessment Database >> Debian Local Security Checks >> [DSA267] DSA-267-1 lpr Vulnerability Assessment Details
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[DSA267] DSA-267-1 lpr |
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DSA-267-1 lpr Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment A buffer overflow has been discovered in lpr, a BSD lpr/lpd line printer spooling system. This problem can be exploited by a local user to gain root rights, even if the printer system is set up properly. For the stable distribution (woody) this problem has been fixed in version 2000.05.07-4.3. For the old stable distribution (potato) this problem has been fixed in version 0.48-1.1. For the unstable distribution (sid) this problem has been fixed in version 2000.05.07-4.20. We recommend that you upgrade your lpr package immediately. Solution : http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-267 Network Security Threat Level: High Networks Security ID: 7025 Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is (C) 2005 Michel Arboi |
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