CVE-2009-3033: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 25, 2009
·
Updated

Buffer overflow in the RunCmd method in the Altiris eXpress NS Console Utilities ActiveX control in AeXNSConsoleUtilities.dll in the web console in Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution 6.9.x, Altiris Notification Server 6.0.x, and Management Platform 7.0.x allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string in the second argument.

Affected Software

16 affected components
Symantec Altiris Notification Server=6.0_sp3
Symantec Altiris Notification Server=6.0-sp3
Symantec Altiris Management Platform=7.0
Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution=6.9-sp2
Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution=6.9
Symantec Altiris Notification Server=6.0-sp3_r7
Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution=6.9-sp1
Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution=6.9.164
Symantec Altiris Notification Server=6.0-sp2
Symantec Altiris Management Platform=7.0-sp1
Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution=6.9.176
Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution=6.9-sp3
Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution=6.9.355-sp1
Symantec Altiris Notification Server=6.0
Symantec Altiris Notification Server=6.0-sp1
Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution=6.9.355

Event History

Nov 25, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-3033?

CVE-2009-3033 is classified as a critical vulnerability that allows remote code execution via a buffer overflow.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-3033?

To fix CVE-2009-3033, upgrade to the latest version of Symantec Altiris products that are not vulnerable.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2009-3033?

CVE-2009-3033 affects Symantec Altiris Notification Server versions 6.0.x, Altiris Deployment Solution 6.9.x, and Management Platform 7.0.x.

4

Can CVE-2009-3033 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2009-3033 can be exploited remotely by an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2009-3033?

The impact of CVE-2009-3033 includes potential unauthorized access and control over affected systems.

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