How severe is CVE-2009-4222?

CVE-2009-4222 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2009-4222 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2009-4222?

CVE-2009-4222 primarily affects Smartisoft Phpbazar. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2009-4222?

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-2009-4222 published?

CVE-2009-4222 was published on 2009-12-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2009-4222

CVE-2009-4222 is a high-severity vulnerability in Smartisoft Phpbazar 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-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (80th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Smartisoft Phpbazar
Published: 2009-12-07
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

phpBazar 2.1.1fix and earlier does not require administrative authentication for admin/admin.php, which allows remote attackers to obtain access to the admin control panel via a direct request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-4222?: phpBazar 2.1.1fix and earlier does not require administrative authentication for admin/admin.php, which allows remote attackers to obtain access to the admin control panel via a direct request.
How severe is CVE-2009-4222?: CVE-2009-4222 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2009-4222 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-4222?: CVE-2009-4222 primarily affects Smartisoft Phpbazar. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-4222?: 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-2009-4222 published?: CVE-2009-4222 was published on 2009-12-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:smartisoft:phpbazar:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:smartisoft:phpbazar:2.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:smartisoft:phpbazar:2.1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:smartisoft:phpbazar:2.1.1fix:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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