PaperCut NG VendorKeys Hardcoded Credentials Authentication Bypass Vulnerability
June 18th, 2024
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of PaperCut NG. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the configuration of a VendorKeys object. The issue results from the use of hard-coded credentials. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the External Devices API.
Additional Details
PaperCut has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://www.papercut.com/kb/Main/Security-Bulletin-March-2024
Disclosure Timeline
- 2024-01-17 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2024-06-18 - Coordinated public release of advisory
- 2024-08-15 - Advisory Updated
Credit
Ahmed Y. Elmogy
