How severe is CVE-2009-2970?

CVE-2009-2970 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.

Is CVE-2009-2970 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2009-2970?

CVE-2009-2970 primarily affects Uitv Uiplayer. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2009-2970?

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-2009-2970 published?

CVE-2009-2970 was published on 2009-10-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2009-2970

CVE-2009-2970 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Uitv Uiplayer 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

Severity: Critical (CVSS 2.0 base score 9.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-119
Affected product: Uitv Uiplayer
Published: 2009-10-19
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the GetUiDllVersion function in an ActiveX control in UiCheck.dll before 1.0.0.7 in UiTV UiPlayer, as used in BaiduX and other products, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the filename parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-2970?: Stack-based buffer overflow in the GetUiDllVersion function in an ActiveX control in UiCheck.dll before 1.0.0.7 in UiTV UiPlayer, as used in BaiduX and other products, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the filename parameter.
How severe is CVE-2009-2970?: CVE-2009-2970 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2009-2970 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-2970?: CVE-2009-2970 primarily affects Uitv Uiplayer. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2970?: 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-2009-2970 published?: CVE-2009-2970 was published on 2009-10-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:uitv:uiplayer:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:baidu:baidux:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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