Remote Command Execution Vulnerability in Symantec Products
CVE-2009-1429

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Key Information:

Vendor

Symantec
Status
Client Security
Antivirus
Antivirus Central Quarantine Server
Endpoint Protection
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 April 2009

What is CVE-2009-1429?

The Intel LANDesk Common Base Agent within various Symantec products allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands through specially crafted packets. These packets are processed by the vulnerable CreateProcessA function, leading to potential unauthorized actions on affected systems. This vulnerability emphasizes the need for prompt updates and careful monitoring of systems utilizing Symantec software.

References

http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1204
vdb-entryx_refsource_VUPEN
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022132
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022130
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK

EPSS Score

89% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2009-1429 : Remote Command Execution Vulnerability in Symantec Products