How severe is CVE-2009-2716?

CVE-2009-2716 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2009-2716 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (67th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2009-2716?

CVE-2009-2716 affects Sun Java Se. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2009-2716?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2009-2716 published?

CVE-2009-2716 was published on 2009-08-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2009-2716

CVE-2009-2716 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Java Se with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (67th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sun Java Se
Published: 2009-08-10
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The plugin functionality in Sun Java SE 6 before Update 15 does not properly implement version selection, which allows context-dependent attackers to leverage vulnerabilities in "old zip and certificate handling" and have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-2716?: The plugin functionality in Sun Java SE 6 before Update 15 does not properly implement version selection, which allows context-dependent attackers to leverage vulnerabilities in "old zip and certificate handling" and have unspecified other impact via unknown vectors.
How severe is CVE-2009-2716?: CVE-2009-2716 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2009-2716 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (67th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-2716?: CVE-2009-2716 affects Sun Java Se. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2716?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2009-2716 published?: CVE-2009-2716 was published on 2009-08-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_se:*:14:*:*:*:*:*:*

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