CVE-2009-2457

Name: CVE-2009-2457
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-07-14T20:30:00.407+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.42%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-2457 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The DS\NDSD component in Novell eDirectory 8.8 before SP5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed bind LDAP packet.. EPSS estimates a 2.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The DS\NDSD component in Novell eDirectory 8.8 before SP5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed bind LDAP packet.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.42%

82.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-94

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Novell	Edirectory	8.8

References

http://osvdb.org/55849
http://secunia.com/advisories/34160Vendor Advisory
http://www.novell.com/support/viewContent.do?externalId=3426981Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35666
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1883Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/51706
http://osvdb.org/55849
http://secunia.com/advisories/34160Vendor Advisory
http://www.novell.com/support/viewContent.do?externalId=3426981Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35666
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1883Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/51706

Timeline

Published: Jul 14, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-2457?

The DS\NDSD component in Novell eDirectory 8.8 before SP5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed bind LDAP packet.

How severe is CVE-2009-2457?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-2457 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-2457?

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-2009-2457?

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Source: NVD / NIST