CVE-2020-6923
CVSS 3.1 Score 5.7 of 10 (medium)
Details
Published Dec 19, 2024
CWE ID 120
Summary
CVE-2020-6923 is a memory buffer overflow vulnerability affecting HP Linux Imaging and Printing (HPLIP) software. If exploited, an attacker could potentially inject malicious code to gain unauthorized access or crash the system. This issue can lead to serious consequences, including data theft or system downtime. Users are advised to update their HPLIP software to the latest version to mitigate this risk. This vulnerability could be exploited through specially crafted input to the software, making it essential to exercise caution when handling untrusted data.
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