CVE-2009-1472
CVE-2009-1472 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Aten Kh1516i Ip Kvm Switch with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. 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-310.
Key facts
- Severity: Critical (CVSS 2.0 base score 10.0)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (61st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-310
- Affected product: Aten Kh1516i Ip Kvm Switch
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Description
The Java client program for the ATEN KH1516i IP KVM switch with firmware 1.0.063 and the KN9116 IP KVM switch with firmware 1.1.104 has a hardcoded AES encryption key, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to (1) execute arbitrary Java code, or (2) gain access to machines connected to the switch, by hijacking a session.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2009-1472?
- The Java client program for the ATEN KH1516i IP KVM switch with firmware 1.0.063 and the KN9116 IP KVM switch with firmware 1.1.104 has a hardcoded AES encryption key, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to (1) execute arbitrary Java code, or (2) gain access to machines connected to the switch, by hijacking a session.
- How severe is CVE-2009-1472?
- CVE-2009-1472 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
- Is CVE-2009-1472 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (61st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2009-1472?
- CVE-2009-1472 primarily affects Aten Kh1516i Ip Kvm Switch. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2009-1472?
- 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-2009-1472 published?
- CVE-2009-1472 was published on 2009-05-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
Affected products (2)
- cpe:2.3:h:aten:kh1516i_ip_kvm_switch:1.0.063:-:java_client:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:h:aten:kn9116_ip_kvm_switch:1.1.104:-:java_client:*:*:*:*:*
More vulnerabilities in Aten Kh1516i Ip Kvm Switch
- CVE-2009-1477 — Critical (CVSS 10.0): The https web interfaces on the ATEN KH1516i IP KVM switch with firmware 1.0.063, the KN9116 IP KVM switch with…
- CVE-2009-1473 — Critical (CVSS 10.0): The (1) Windows and (2) Java client programs for the ATEN KH1516i IP KVM switch with firmware 1.0.063 and the KN9116 IP…
- CVE-2009-1474 — High (CVSS 7.6): The ATEN KH1516i IP KVM switch with firmware 1.0.063 and the KN9116 IP KVM switch with firmware 1.1.104 do not (1)…
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