# CVE-2006-6742: Multiple buffer overflows in FTP Print Server 2.4 and 2.4.5 in HP LaserJet 5000 Series printers with firmware R.25.15 or R.25.47, and HP Las

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2006-12-26 · Updated: 2024-08-07

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

Multiple buffer overflows in FTP Print Server 2.4 and 2.4.5 in HP LaserJet 5000 Series printers with firmware R.25.15 or R.25.47, and HP LaserJet 5100 Series printers with firmware V.29.12, allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash) via a long string in the (1) LIST or (2) NLST command.

## What to do

- Check your stack: if you ship or depend on n/a, no fixed version is listed yet; follow the vendor advisory per the references below.
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## References

- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2006-December/051367.html
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2074
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23396
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454817/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/5081

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