Apple · Cups · CVE-2012-5519
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
CUPS versions 1.3.7 through 1.4.4
CUPS version 1.4.4
**Description**
The issue allows local users in the lpadmin group to read or write arbitrary files as root by leveraging the web interface, potentially leading to a violation of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected information. This can be exploited locally.
**Recommendations**
For CUPS versions 1.3.7 through 1.4.4, consider restricting access to the web interface to minimize the risk of exploitation.
For CUPS version 1.4.4, as a temporary workaround, consider disabling the web interface until a patch is available.
At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.