Test ID:	1.3.6.1.4.1.25623.1.1.12.2024.7043.2
Category:	Ubuntu Local Security Checks
Title:	Ubuntu: Security Advisory (USN-7043-2)
Summary:	The remote host is missing an update for the 'cups-filters' package(s) announced via the USN-7043-2 advisory.
Description:	Summary: The remote host is missing an update for the 'cups-filters' package(s) announced via the USN-7043-2 advisory. Vulnerability Insight: USN-7043-1 fixed a vulnerability in cups-filters. This update provides the corresponding update for Ubuntu 18.04 LTS. Original advisory details: Simone Margaritelli discovered that the cups-filters cups-browsed component could be used to create arbitrary printers from outside the local network. In combination with issues in other printing components, a remote attacker could possibly use this issue to connect to a system, created manipulated PPD files, and execute arbitrary code when a printer is used. This update disables support for the legacy CUPS printer discovery protocol. Affected Software/OS: 'cups-filters' package(s) on Ubuntu 18.04. Solution: Please install the updated package(s). CVSS Score: 5.0 CVSS Vector: AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Cross-Ref:	Common Vulnerability Exposure (CVE) ID: CVE-2024-47176
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