CVE-2023-27351

HighActively exploited (CISA KEV)Known to be used in ransomware campaigns

Description

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of PaperCut NG 22.0.5 (Build 63914). Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the SecurityRequestFilter class. The issue results from improper implementation of the authentication algorithm. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system. Was ZDI-CAN-19226.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
ProductPaperCut NG/MF
PublishedApr 20, 2023
First seenApr 20, 2023
Added to KEVApr 20, 2026

How to fix

CISA required action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

CISA due date: May 4, 2026
Update
  • papercut papercut_mf20.1.7, 21.2.11, 22.0.9 or later
  • papercut papercut_ng20.1.7, 21.2.11, 22.0.9 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
papercut papercut_mf15.0 ≤ v < 20.1.7, 21.0.0 ≤ v < 21.2.11, 22.0.0 ≤ v < 22.0.920.1.7, 21.2.11, 22.0.9
papercut papercut_ng15.0 ≤ v < 20.1.7, 21.0.0 ≤ v < 21.2.11, 22.0.0 ≤ v < 22.0.920.1.7, 21.2.11, 22.0.9

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