Novell iPrint Client 'nipplib.dll' Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

BID:50367

Info

Novell iPrint Client 'nipplib.dll' Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID: 50367
Class: Boundary Condition Error
CVE: CVE-2011-3173
Remote: Yes
Local: No
Published: Oct 26 2011 12:00AM
Updated: Nov 21 2011 12:15PM
Credit: gwslabs
Vulnerable: Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 Service Pack 3 0
Novell iPrint Client 5.64
Novell iPrint Client 5.56
Novell iPrint Client 5.52
Novell iPrint Client 5.44
Novell iPrint Client 5.32
Novell iPrint Client 5.30
Novell iPrint Client 5.08
Novell iPrint Client 5.06
Novell iPrint Client 5.04
Novell iPrint Client 4.38
Novell iPrint Client 4.36
Novell iPrint Client 4.34
Not Vulnerable: Novell iPrint Client 5.72

Discussion

Novell iPrint Client 'nipplib.dll' Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Novell iPrint Client is prone to a remote code-execution vulnerability.

Attackers may exploit this issue to execute arbitrary code within the context of the affected application. Failed exploit attempts may result in a denial-of-service condition.

Versions prior to Novell iPrint Client 5.72 are vulnerable.

Exploit / POC

Novell iPrint Client 'nipplib.dll' Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

A working commercial exploit is available through VUPEN Security - Exploit and PoCs Service. This exploit is not otherwise publicly available or known to be circulating in the wild.

Solution / Fix

Novell iPrint Client 'nipplib.dll' Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Solution:
Vendor updates are available. Please see the references for more information.

References

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