Is CVE-2024-0794 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-0794 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-0794 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-0794 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-0794?

CVE-2024-0794 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-0794

CWE-125Published: February 20, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Certain HP LaserJet Pro, HP Enterprise LaserJet, and HP LaserJet Managed Printers are potentially vulnerable to Remote Code Execution due to buffer overflow when rendering fonts embedded in a PDF file.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

This vulnerability allows for remote code execution on affected HP LaserJet printers due to a buffer overflow when processing embedded fonts in PDF files. With a CVSS score of 9.8, it is considered critical as it is remotely exploitable without authentication or user interaction.

There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.

Recommended Action

Users should monitor for and apply firmware updates provided by HP for the affected LaserJet printer models.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-0794 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.