CVE-2009-1586

CVE-2009-1586 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Shemes Grabit 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

Stack-based buffer overflow in the NZB importer feature in GrabIt 1.7.2 Beta 3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted DTD reference in a DOCTYPE element in an NZB file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-1586?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the NZB importer feature in GrabIt 1.7.2 Beta 3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted DTD reference in a DOCTYPE element in an NZB file.
How severe is CVE-2009-1586?
CVE-2009-1586 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2009-1586 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-1586?
CVE-2009-1586 primarily affects Shemes Grabit. In total, 10 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1586?
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-2009-1586 published?
CVE-2009-1586 was published on 2009-05-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (10)

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