CVE-2005-4873: Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the phpcups PHP module for CUPS 1.1.23rc1 might allow context-depe...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old, narrowly described memory-corruption issue in the phpcups PHP module for CUPS 1.1.23rc1. If reachable, oversized function parameters could crash the process or potentially run attacker-controlled code. The public record does not identify modern supported products, a patch, or active exploitation. Likely limited to legacy environments using the phpcups PHP module with CUPS 1.1.23rc1. Exposure depends on whether an application accepts untrusted input that reaches phpcups functions. The CVE record lists affected vendor and product as unavailable. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless phpcups is confirmed in production. If confirmed on reachable systems, prioritize removal or supported upgrade because potential impact includes code execution and the sources provide limited remediation clarity. Mitigation focus: Check CUPS and OS package maintainer guidance for phpcups remediation.; Inventory and retire unsupported CUPS 1.1.23rc1 or phpcups deployments.; Disable phpcups integrations where they are not business-critical..

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Jun 28, 2026, 19:09 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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