CWE
399
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2009-3466

First published: Wed Nov 04 2009(Updated: )

Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.5.2.602 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web page that triggers memory corruption, related to an "invalid string length vulnerability." NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Credit: psirt@adobe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2009-3466?

    CVE-2009-3466 is classified as a critical vulnerability that allows remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2009-3466?

    To fix CVE-2009-3466, update Adobe Shockwave Player to version 11.5.2.602 or later.

  • What impact does CVE-2009-3466 have on my system?

    CVE-2009-3466 can lead to unauthorized remote code execution, potentially compromising the system.

  • Which versions of Adobe Shockwave Player are affected by CVE-2009-3466?

    CVE-2009-3466 affects Adobe Shockwave Player versions prior to 11.5.2.602.

  • How can attackers exploit CVE-2009-3466?

    Attackers can exploit CVE-2009-3466 through a crafted web page that triggers memory corruption.

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