How severe is CVE-2024-1221?

CVE-2024-1221 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.1, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2024-1221 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (44th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-1221?

CVE-2024-1221 primarily affects Papercut Papercut Mf. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2024-1221?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2024-1221 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-1221 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-16988.

When was CVE-2024-1221 published?

CVE-2024-1221 was published on 2024-03-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-1221

CVE-2024-1221 is a low-severity vulnerability in Papercut Papercut Mf with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.1. 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-76.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (44th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-16988
Weakness: CWE-76
Affected product: Papercut Papercut Mf
Published: 2024-03-14
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

This vulnerability potentially allows files on a PaperCut NG/MF server to be exposed using a specifically formed payload against the impacted API endpoint. The attacker must carry out some reconnaissance to gain knowledge of a system token. This CVE only affects Linux and macOS PaperCut NG/MF servers.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-1221?: This vulnerability potentially allows files on a PaperCut NG/MF server to be exposed using a specifically formed payload against the impacted API endpoint. The attacker must carry out some reconnaissance to gain knowledge of a system token. This CVE only affects Linux and macOS PaperCut NG/MF servers.
How severe is CVE-2024-1221?: CVE-2024-1221 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.1, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2024-1221 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (44th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-1221?: CVE-2024-1221 primarily affects Papercut Papercut Mf. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1221?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-1221 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-1221 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-16988.
When was CVE-2024-1221 published?: CVE-2024-1221 was published on 2024-03-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.papercut.com/kb/Main/Security-Bulletin-March-2024

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:papercut:papercut_mf:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:papercut:papercut_ng:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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