CVE-2009-0119 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via a crafted .chm file in Windows XP.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2009-0119?
CVE-2009-0119 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Xp, published on 14 Jan 2009. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows XP SP3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted .chm file.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-0119?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Microsoft Windows Xp.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0119?
No fix has been published for CVE-2009-0119 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2009-0119 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2009-0119 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows Xp
Sources
Also known as GHSA-xj4r-529g-6fv6.