CVE-2008-2941

CVE-2008-2941 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Hp Linux Imaging And Printing Project with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.9. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

The hpssd message parser in hpssd.py in HP Linux Imaging and Printing (HPLIP) 1.6.7 allows local users to cause a denial of service (process stop) via a crafted packet, as demonstrated by sending "msg=0" to TCP port 2207.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-2941?
The hpssd message parser in hpssd.py in HP Linux Imaging and Printing (HPLIP) 1.6.7 allows local users to cause a denial of service (process stop) via a crafted packet, as demonstrated by sending "msg=0" to TCP port 2207.
How severe is CVE-2008-2941?
CVE-2008-2941 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.9, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2008-2941 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (42nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-2941?
CVE-2008-2941 affects Hp Linux Imaging And Printing Project. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2941?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2008-2941 published?
CVE-2008-2941 was published on 2008-08-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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