CVE-2011-1701: Heap-based buffer overflow in nipplib.dll in Novell iPrint Client before 5.64 allows remote attackers to ex...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2011-1701 is a remote code execution flaw in Novell iPrint Client before 5.64. A malicious printer URL can trigger a heap buffer overflow in nipplib.dll, potentially letting an attacker run code on a user workstation. This matters mainly where legacy iPrint clients remain installed. Exposure is most likely on endpoints still running Novell iPrint Client older than 5.64, especially where users can open printer-related URLs from untrusted sources. Current exposure is uncertain because the product and advisory are old, and the source bundle lists affected product metadata only as n/a. Prioritize remediation if legacy Novell iPrint is still deployed. The business risk is endpoint compromise from an old remote code execution bug, but urgency depends on whether vulnerable clients remain in use and whether users encounter untrusted printer links. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Novell iPrint Client to version 5.64 or later where present.; Remove Novell iPrint Client from endpoints that no longer require it.; Restrict untrusted printer URL handling where operationally feasible..

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Jun 28, 2026, 00:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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