{"id":86533,"date":"2026-02-23T12:26:10","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T12:26:10","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"-0001-11-30T06:00:00","slug":"cve-2024-51982-unauthenticated-attacker-exploiting-printer-job-language-pjl-command-vulnerability","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2024-51982-unauthenticated-attacker-exploiting-printer-job-language-pjl-command-vulnerability\/","title":{"rendered":"CVE-2024-51982: Unauthenticated Attacker Exploiting Printer Job Language (PJL) Command Vulnerability<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n

The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-51982 is a serious security threat that can potentially compromise systems or result in data leakage. The threat affects devices that can be connected through TCP port 9100. An attacker who exploits this vulnerability can crash the target device by issuing a misconfigured Printer Job Language (PJL) command, causing the device to reboot. This vulnerability matters because it can lead to persistent disruptions and potential system compromise.<\/p>\n

Vulnerability Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n

CVE ID: CVE-2024-51982
\nSeverity: High (7.5 CVSS score)
\nAttack Vector: Network
\nPrivileges Required: None
\nUser Interaction: None
\nImpact: System compromise, potential data leakage, and disruptive device reboot<\/p>\n

Affected Products<\/strong><\/p>

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