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CVE-2008-2908 affects the Novell iPrint Client for Windows before version 4.36. A malicious web-accessible interaction with its ActiveX control could crash memory in a way that allows arbitrary code execution. Business risk is highest where old Windows desktops still run this client and can load the vulnerable control. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Windows endpoints with Novell iPrint Client versions earlier than 4.36 installed, especially where ActiveX loading remains possible. The bundle does not identify server-side products, non-Windows clients, or current supported versions beyond the before-4.36 boundary. Treat this as a legacy endpoint cleanup priority. It is old, but arbitrary code execution through a browser-loadable ActiveX control can still matter in environments with unmanaged Windows workstations or retained Novell/iPrint dependencies. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Novell iPrint Client for Windows to version 4.36 or later.; Review the Novell patch/readme guidance before deployment.; Remove the iPrint Client where it is no longer needed..
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- novell-iprint-unspecified(43085)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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