CVE-2009-1022

CVE-2009-1022 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Gomlab Gom Encoder 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

Heap-based buffer overflow in the Preview/ Set Segment function in Gretech GOMlab GOM Encoder 1.0.0.11 and earlier allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long text field in a subtitle (.srt) file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-1022?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the Preview/ Set Segment function in Gretech GOMlab GOM Encoder 1.0.0.11 and earlier allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long text field in a subtitle (.srt) file.
How severe is CVE-2009-1022?
CVE-2009-1022 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2009-1022 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 7% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-1022?
CVE-2009-1022 affects Gomlab Gom Encoder. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1022?
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-2009-1022 published?
CVE-2009-1022 was published on 2009-03-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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