CVE-2009-4015

CVE-2009-4015 is a high-severity vulnerability in Debian Lintian 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-89.

Key facts

Description

Lintian 1.23.x through 1.23.28, 1.24.x through 1.24.2.1, and 2.x before 2.3.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in filename arguments.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-4015?
Lintian 1.23.x through 1.23.28, 1.24.x through 1.24.2.1, and 2.x before 2.3.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in filename arguments.
How severe is CVE-2009-4015?
CVE-2009-4015 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2009-4015 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-4015?
CVE-2009-4015 primarily affects Debian Lintian. In total, 60 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-4015?
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-2009-4015 published?
CVE-2009-4015 was published on 2010-02-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (60)

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