CVE-2009-0569

CVE-2009-0569 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Rimarts Becky! Internet Mail with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in Becky! Internet Mail 2.48.02 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a mail message with a crafted return receipt request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-0569?
Buffer overflow in Becky! Internet Mail 2.48.02 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a mail message with a crafted return receipt request.
How severe is CVE-2009-0569?
CVE-2009-0569 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2009-0569 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-0569?
CVE-2009-0569 primarily affects Rimarts Becky! Internet Mail. In total, 102 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0569?
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-2009-0569 published?
CVE-2009-0569 was published on 2009-02-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (102)

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