Is CVE-2024-1222 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-1222 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-1222 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-1222 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-1222?

CVE-2024-1222 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-1222

CWE-250Published: March 14, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

This allows attackers to use a maliciously formed API request to gain access to an API authorization level with elevated privileges. This applies to a small subset of PaperCut NG/MF API calls.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

A critical flaw in PaperCut NG/MF allows attackers to bypass authorization via maliciously formed API requests. This grants unauthorized users elevated privileges, posing a severe risk to the integrity and confidentiality of the system.

No public exploit is currently known, and the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Administrators should apply the latest security patches provided by PaperCut for their respective NG or MF installations.

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-2024-1222 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.