CVE-2004-1268

CVE-2004-1268 is a low-severity vulnerability in Easy Software Products Cups with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

lppasswd in CUPS 1.1.22 ignores write errors when modifying the CUPS passwd file, which allows local users to corrupt the file by filling the associated file system and triggering the write errors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1268?
lppasswd in CUPS 1.1.22 ignores write errors when modifying the CUPS passwd file, which allows local users to corrupt the file by filling the associated file system and triggering the write errors.
How severe is CVE-2004-1268?
CVE-2004-1268 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2004-1268 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1268?
CVE-2004-1268 primarily affects Easy Software Products Cups. In total, 24 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1268?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2004-1268 published?
CVE-2004-1268 was published on 2005-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (24)

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