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CVE-2009-2497

9.3 · HIGH

The Common Language Runtime (CLR) in Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0, 2.0 SP1, 2.0 SP2, 3.5, and 3.5 SP1, and Silverlight 2, does not properly handle interfaces, which allows remote attackers to execu…

Published Oct 14, 2009microsoftCWE-94EPSS 23.25%

Overview

CVE-2009-2497 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft windows_2000. It was published on October 14, 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

The Common Language Runtime (CLR) in Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0, 2.0 SP1, 2.0 SP2, 3.5, and 3.5 SP1, and Silverlight 2, does not properly handle interfaces, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a crafted XAML browser application (XBAP), (2) a crafted Silverlight application, (3) a crafted ASP.NET application, or (4) a crafted .NET Framework application, aka "Microsoft Silverlight and Microsoft .NET Framework CLR Vulnerability."

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update windows_2000 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-2009-2497?

CVE-2009-2497 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft windows_2000. It was published on October 14, 2009 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2009-2497?

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-2009-2497?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update windows_2000 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-2009-2497?

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