CVE-2009-3708

CVE-2009-3708 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Konae Alleycode Html Editor 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 Meta Content Optimizer in Konae Technologies Alleycode HTML Editor 2.21 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long value in a (1) description or (2) keyword META tag. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-3708?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Meta Content Optimizer in Konae Technologies Alleycode HTML Editor 2.21 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long value in a (1) description or (2) keyword META tag. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.
How severe is CVE-2009-3708?
CVE-2009-3708 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2009-3708 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-3708?
CVE-2009-3708 affects Konae Alleycode Html Editor. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3708?
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-2009-3708 published?
CVE-2009-3708 was published on 2009-10-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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