How severe is CVE-2007-1772?

CVE-2007-1772 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-1772 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-1772?

CVE-2007-1772 affects Hp Jetdirect. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-1772?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2007-1772 published?

CVE-2007-1772 was published on 2007-03-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-1772

CVE-2007-1772 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Jetdirect with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (85th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hp Jetdirect
Published: 2007-03-30
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The FTP service in HP JetDirect print servers allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (engine crash) via a RETR command with a long pathname.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-1772?: The FTP service in HP JetDirect print servers allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (engine crash) via a RETR command with a long pathname.
How severe is CVE-2007-1772?: CVE-2007-1772 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-1772 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-1772?: CVE-2007-1772 affects Hp Jetdirect. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1772?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-1772 published?: CVE-2007-1772 was published on 2007-03-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:h:hp:jetdirect:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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