CVE-2009-1569

CVE-2009-1569 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Novell Iprint with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 38% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in Novell iPrint Client 4.38, 5.30, and possibly other versions before 5.32 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to (1) Date and (2) Time.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-1569?
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in Novell iPrint Client 4.38, 5.30, and possibly other versions before 5.32 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to (1) Date and (2) Time.
How severe is CVE-2009-1569?
CVE-2009-1569 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2009-1569 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 38% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-1569?
CVE-2009-1569 primarily affects Novell Iprint. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1569?
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-2009-1569 published?
CVE-2009-1569 was published on 2009-12-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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