CVE-2009-0577: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-0577: Integer overflow in the WriteProlog function in texttops in CUPS 1.1.17 on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)...

Integer overflow in the WriteProlog function in texttops in CUPS 1.1.17 on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PostScript file that triggers a heap-based buffer overflow. NOTE: this issue exists because of an incorrect fix for CVE-2008-3640.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 04:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2009-0577 is an old CUPS printing vulnerability on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3. A specially crafted PostScript file could trigger memory corruption and potentially run attacker-controlled code. Business risk is mainly in legacy print infrastructure still processing untrusted print jobs. Exposure appears limited to legacy RHEL 3 systems running the affected CUPS texttops component, especially print servers or applications that accept PostScript input from users, partners, or network clients. The bundle does not identify broader affected versions or products. Prioritize if any legacy RHEL 3 print systems remain in production or connected to user-controlled print workflows. Otherwise, this is mainly a legacy hygiene and decommissioning issue. Mitigation focus: Review Red Hat RHSA-2009:0308 for vendor-provided CUPS updates.; Apply applicable vendor CUPS packages to any remaining RHEL 3 systems.; Restrict untrusted PostScript processing on legacy print services..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:23 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 20, 2009, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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cups-texttops-writeprolog-bo(48977)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=486052CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:9968CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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