CVE-2014-5029: The web interface in CUPS 1.7.4 allows local users in the lp group to read arbitrary files via a symlink at...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2014-5029 is a CUPS printing system flaw where a local user in the lp group could make the CUPS web interface read arbitrary local files. It is not a remote internet-facing bug in the provided record. Business urgency depends on whether affected CUPS packages and untrusted lp-group users exist in your environment. Exposure is most likely on Linux or Unix systems running vulnerable CUPS packages, especially CUPS 1.7.4, where local users or services have lp group membership. The bundled affected-product metadata is incomplete, so exact exposure should be confirmed against vendor advisories. Prioritize remediation where shared servers, print servers, or multi-user systems run affected CUPS packages. The issue is not shown as actively exploited, but arbitrary local file read can expose credentials or sensitive configuration when local users are not fully trusted. Mitigation focus: Apply vendor CUPS updates from the relevant distribution advisory.; Inventory hosts running CUPS 1.7.4 or vulnerable distribution package versions.; Restrict lp group membership to trusted users and required services..

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Jun 14, 2026, 07:14 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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