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Fuji Xerox Printing Systems Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Gets version of remote printer

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

Summary :

The remote web server is affected by an authentication bypass isssue.

Description :

The remote host appears to be a Fuji Xerox Printing Systems (FXPS)
printer.

According to its firmware version, the web server component of the
FXPS device reportedly fails to authenticate HTTP requests, which may
permit a remote attacker to gain administrative control of the affected
printer and make unauthorized changes to it, including denying service
to legitimate users.

See also :

https://itso.iu.edu/20060824_FXPS_Print_Engine_Vulnerabilities
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/444321/30/0/threaded

Solution :

Apply the appropriate patch as referenced in the advisory.

Network Security Threat Level:

Medium / CVSS Base Score : 4.7
(AV:R/AC:L/Au:NR/C:N/I:P/A:P/B:N)

Networks Security ID: 19716

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