CVE-2009-1916

Name: CVE-2009-1916
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-06-04T17:30:00.217+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 10.30%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-1916 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. dig.php in GScripts.net DNS Tools allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the ns parameter.. EPSS estimates a 10.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

dig.php in GScripts.net DNS Tools allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the ns parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

10.30%

95.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-78

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Gscripts	Dns Tools	All versions

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/34773Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34559Exploit
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8454
http://secunia.com/advisories/34773Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34559Exploit
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8454

Timeline

Published: Jun 4, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-1916?

dig.php in GScripts.net DNS Tools allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the ns parameter.

How severe is CVE-2009-1916?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-1916 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 10.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-1916?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2009-1916?

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Source: NVD / NIST