CVE-2009-2942

CVE-2009-2942 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mysql-ocaml 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

Description

The mysql-ocaml bindings 1.0.4 for MySQL do not properly support the mysql_real_escape_string function, which might allow remote attackers to leverage escaping issues involving multibyte character encodings.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-2942?
The mysql-ocaml bindings 1.0.4 for MySQL do not properly support the mysql_real_escape_string function, which might allow remote attackers to leverage escaping issues involving multibyte character encodings.
How severe is CVE-2009-2942?
CVE-2009-2942 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2009-2942 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-2942?
CVE-2009-2942 affects Mysql-ocaml. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2942?
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-2009-2942 published?
CVE-2009-2942 was published on 2009-10-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

Threat intelligence

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