Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2004-0393 is an old flaw in the rlpr print daemon. A remote attacker could send data that the daemon mishandles when logging, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution. Business urgency depends on whether any legacy systems still run rlprd 2.0.4 or exposed rlpr services. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Unix or Linux systems running rlprd 2.0.4, especially where the rlpr daemon is reachable from untrusted networks. The provided sources do not identify broader affected products beyond rlprd 2.0.4 and a historical Debian advisory. Prioritize as high only if legacy rlprd is present or externally reachable. For most modern environments, the main action is rapid asset confirmation and cleanup of unsupported print services. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for rlpr or rlprd installations.; Apply vendor guidance, including Debian DSA-524 where relevant.; Disable rlprd where remote printing is no longer required..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- rlpr-msg-format-string(16453)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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