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CVE-2009-1394

9.3 · HIGH

Stack-based buffer overflow in Motorola Timbuktu Pro 8.6.5 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending a long malformed string over the PlughNTCommand named pipe.

Published Jun 26, 2009microsoftCWE-119EPSS 33.28%

Overview

CVE-2009-1394 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft windows. It was published on June 26, 2009 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Stack-based buffer overflow in Motorola Timbuktu Pro 8.6.5 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending a long malformed string over the PlughNTCommand named pipe.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update windows to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-1394?

CVE-2009-1394 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft windows. It was published on June 26, 2009 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2009-1394?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2009-1394?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update windows to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2009-1394?

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