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CVE-2005-2874

The is_path_absolute function in scheduler/client.c for the daemon in CUPS before 1.1.23 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption …

Impact

The is_path_absolute function in scheduler/client.c for the daemon in CUPS before 1.1.23 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption by tight loop) via a "..\.." URL in an HTTP request.

Affected products

VendorProductAffected versions
Easy Software ProductsCups
Versions 1.1, 1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.1.3, 1.1.4, 1.1.5

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