CVE-2009-3999 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a stack-based buffer overflow in HP Power Manager's log export function.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not stated
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2009-3999?

CVE-2009-3999 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Jan 2010. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Stack-based buffer overflow in goform/formExportDataLogs in HP Power Manager before 4.2.10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long fileName parameter.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-3999?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Hp Power Manager.

How do I fix CVE-2009-3999?

No fix has been published for CVE-2009-3999 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-2009-3999 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2009-3999 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Metasploit module, 1 Exploit-DB entry and 2 proofs of concept on GitHub.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5pjv-qvv6-rwqw.

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