CVE-2009-3465: Code Injection

Published Nov 4, 2009
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Updated

Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.5.2.602 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted Shockwave content on a web site, related to an "invalid pointer vulnerability," a different issue than CVE-2009-3464. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Affected Software

14 affected components
Adobe Shockwave Player=5.0
Adobe Shockwave Player=4.0
Adobe Shockwave Player=8.5.1
Adobe Shockwave Player=11.0.0.456
Adobe Shockwave Player=6.0
Adobe Shockwave Player=10.1.0.11
Adobe Shockwave Player=11.5.0.596
Adobe Shockwave Player=1.0
Adobe Shockwave Player<=11.5.1.601
Adobe Shockwave Player=2.0
Adobe Shockwave Player=8.0
Adobe Shockwave Player=3.0
Adobe Shockwave Player=11.5.0.595
Adobe Shockwave Player=9

Event History

Nov 4, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-3465?

CVE-2009-3465 is considered critical as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-3465?

To fix CVE-2009-3465, update Adobe Shockwave Player to version 11.5.2.602 or later.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2009-3465?

CVE-2009-3465 affects various versions of Adobe Shockwave Player, including versions 1.0 through 11.5.1.601.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-3465?

CVE-2009-3465 is an invalid pointer vulnerability that allows for remote code execution.

5

Can CVE-2009-3465 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2009-3465 can be exploited remotely through crafted Shockwave content on websites.

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