CVE-2009-0341

CVE-2009-0341 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 16% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

The shell32 module in Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0 on Windows XP SP3 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long VALUE attribute in an INPUT element, possibly related to a stack consumption vulnerability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-0341?
The shell32 module in Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0 on Windows XP SP3 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long VALUE attribute in an INPUT element, possibly related to a stack consumption vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2009-0341?
CVE-2009-0341 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2009-0341 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 16% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-0341?
CVE-2009-0341 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0341?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2009-0341 published?
CVE-2009-0341 was published on 2009-01-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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