How severe is CVE-2009-3852?

CVE-2009-3852 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2009-3852 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2009-3852?

CVE-2009-3852 affects Ibm Runtimes For Java Technology. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2009-3852?

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-2009-3852 published?

CVE-2009-3852 was published on 2009-11-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2009-3852

CVE-2009-3852 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Runtimes For Java Technology 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: 2% (74th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ibm Runtimes For Java Technology
Published: 2009-11-03
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in the XML component in IBM Runtimes for Java Technology 5.0.0 before SR10 has unknown impact and attack vectors, related to the "updated version of XML4J 4.4.17."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-3852?: Unspecified vulnerability in the XML component in IBM Runtimes for Java Technology 5.0.0 before SR10 has unknown impact and attack vectors, related to the "updated version of XML4J 4.4.17."
How severe is CVE-2009-3852?: CVE-2009-3852 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2009-3852 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-3852?: CVE-2009-3852 affects Ibm Runtimes For Java Technology. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3852?: 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-2009-3852 published?: CVE-2009-3852 was published on 2009-11-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:ibm:runtimes_for_java_technology:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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