CVE-2009-1671: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon May 18 2009(Updated: )
Multiple buffer overflows in the Deployment Toolkit ActiveX control in deploytk.dll 6.0.130.3 in Sun Java SE Runtime Environment (aka JRE) 6 Update 13 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string argument to the (1) setInstallerType, (2) setAdditionalPackages, (3) compareVersion, (4) getStaticCLSID, or (5) launch method.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun JRE | =6-update_13 | |
| =6-update_13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1671?
CVE-2009-1671 is considered critical due to its potential for remote code execution via buffer overflow vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1671?
To fix CVE-2009-1671, upgrade to a patched version of the Sun JRE that addresses this vulnerability.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2009-1671?
CVE-2009-1671 affects systems running Sun Java SE Runtime Environment version 6 Update 13.
Can CVE-2009-1671 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-1671 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specially crafted input.
What are the main functions impacted by CVE-2009-1671?
The main functions impacted by CVE-2009-1671 include setInstallerType, setAdditionalPackages, and compareVersion.
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- agent/type
- agent/first-publish-date
- collector/nvd-api
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- agent/software-canonical-lookup
- agent/author
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/references
- agent/severity
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- agent/description
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/tags
- agent/event
- agent/source
- vendor/sun
- canonical/sun jre
- version/sun jre/6-update_13