CVE-2009-4875
First published: Wed May 26 2010(Updated: )
FCKeditor.Java 2.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a malformed request parameter that contains "ctrl" characters.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CKEditor | =2.4 | |
| =2.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://dev.fckeditor.net/ticket/3902
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?release_id=697258
- http://www.osvdb.org/56060
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35870
- http://java.fckeditor.net/changes-report.html#a2.4.2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35709
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/51738
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-4875?
CVE-2009-4875 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2009-4875?
To fix CVE-2009-4875, consider updating FCKeditor.Java to a version where this vulnerability is addressed or implement input validation to sanitize request parameters.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2009-4875?
CVE-2009-4875 can be exploited via crafted requests containing "ctrl" characters, leading to an infinite loop and denial of service.
Which versions of FCKeditor.Java are affected by CVE-2009-4875?
CVE-2009-4875 specifically affects FCKeditor.Java version 2.4.
Is CVE-2009-4875 still a threat today?
While CVE-2009-4875 was reported in 2009, it remains a threat for systems that have not been updated or secured against this specific vulnerability.
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