CVE-2009-3635

CVE-2009-3635 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Typo3 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8. 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-287.

Key facts

Description

The Install Tool subcomponent in TYPO3 4.0.13 and earlier, 4.1.x before 4.1.13, 4.2.x before 4.2.10, and 4.3.x before 4.3beta2 allows remote attackers to gain access by using only the password's md5 hash as a credential.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-3635?
The Install Tool subcomponent in TYPO3 4.0.13 and earlier, 4.1.x before 4.1.13, 4.2.x before 4.2.10, and 4.3.x before 4.3beta2 allows remote attackers to gain access by using only the password's md5 hash as a credential.
How severe is CVE-2009-3635?
CVE-2009-3635 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2009-3635 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-3635?
CVE-2009-3635 primarily affects Typo3. In total, 59 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3635?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2009-3635 published?
CVE-2009-3635 was published on 2009-11-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (59)

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