USN-6184-1: CUPS vulnerability
It was discovered that CUPS incorrectly handled certain memory operations. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause CUPS to crash, resulting in a denial of service, or possibly obtain sensitive information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this CUPS vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this CUPS vulnerability is USN-6184-1.
What is the impact of this vulnerability?
This vulnerability could cause CUPS to crash, resulting in a denial of service or potentially obtaining sensitive information.
Which software versions are affected by this vulnerability?
The affected software versions include CUPS 2.4.2-3ubuntu2.2, 2.4.2-1ubuntu2.2, 2.4.1op1-1ubuntu4.4, and 2.3.1-9ubuntu1.4 on Ubuntu 23.04, 22.10, 22.04, and 20.04, respectively.
How can I fix this vulnerability?
To fix this vulnerability, update CUPS to version 2.4.2-3ubuntu2.2 or later.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
More information about this vulnerability can be found at the following references: [1](https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2023-34241), [2](https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6184-2), [3](https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/cups/2.4.2-3ubuntu2.2).