CVE-2009-0811

CVE-2009-0811 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Sopcast Sopcore Activex Control 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-94.

Key facts

Description

Insecure method vulnerability in the SopCast SopCore ActiveX control in sopocx.ocx 3.0.3.501 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs via an executable file name in the argument to the SetExternalPlayer method.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-0811?
Insecure method vulnerability in the SopCast SopCore ActiveX control in sopocx.ocx 3.0.3.501 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs via an executable file name in the argument to the SetExternalPlayer method.
How severe is CVE-2009-0811?
CVE-2009-0811 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2009-0811 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-0811?
CVE-2009-0811 affects Sopcast Sopcore Activex Control. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0811?
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-2009-0811 published?
CVE-2009-0811 was published on 2009-03-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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