RHSA-2010:0755: Important: cups security update
The Common UNIX Printing System (CUPS) provides a portable printing layerfor UNIX operating systems. The CUPS "pdftops" filter converts PortableDocument Format (PDF) files to PostScript.Multiple flaws were discovered in the CUPS "pdftops" filter. An attackercould create a malicious PDF file that, when printed, would cause "pdftops"to crash or, potentially, execute arbitrary code as the "lp" user.(CVE-2010-3702, CVE-2009-3609)Users of cups are advised to upgrade to these updated packages, whichcontain backported patches to correct these issues. After installing thisupdate, the cupsd daemon will be restarted automatically.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2010:0755?
The severity of RHSA-2010:0755 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2010:0755?
To fix RHSA-2010:0755, upgrade to the updated packages for cups, cups-devel, and cups-libs version 1.1.22-0.rc1.9.32.el4_8.10 or higher.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2010:0755?
RHSA-2010:0755 addresses multiple flaws in the CUPS "pdftops" filter that could allow an attacker to create or manipulate files.
Which software packages are affected by RHSA-2010:0755?
The affected software packages include cups, cups-devel, and cups-libs on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.
Is there a risk of remote code execution with RHSA-2010:0755?
Yes, the vulnerabilities in RHSA-2010:0755 could potentially allow for remote code execution.