CVE-2009-3160

Name: CVE-2009-3160
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-09-10T18:30:00.577+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.55%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-3160 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM WebSphere MQ 6.x through 6.0.2.7, 7.0.0.0, 7.0.0.1, 7.0.0.2, and 7.0.1.0, when read ahead or asynchronous message consumption is enabled, allows attackers to have an unspecified impact via unknown vectors, related to a "memory overwrite" issue.. EPSS estimates a 1.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM WebSphere MQ 6.x through 6.0.2.7, 7.0.0.0, 7.0.0.1, 7.0.0.2, and 7.0.1.0, when read ahead or asynchronous message consumption is enabled, allows attackers to have an unspecified impact via unknown vectors, related to a "memory overwrite" issue.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.55%

71.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6.0
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6.0.0.0
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6.0.1.0
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6.0.1.1
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6.0.2.0
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6.0.2.1
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6.0.2.2
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6.0.2.3
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6.0.2.4
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6.0.2.5
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6.0.2.6
Ibm	Websphere Mq	6.0.2.7
Ibm	Websphere Mq	7.0.0.0
Ibm	Websphere Mq	7.0.0.1
Ibm	Websphere Mq	7.0.0.2
Ibm	Websphere Mq	7.0.1.0

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/36647Vendor Advisory
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg24024153Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IZ56259
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36310
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2578Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/36647Vendor Advisory
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg24024153Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IZ56259
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36310
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2578Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 10, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-3160?

How severe is CVE-2009-3160?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-3160 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-3160?

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-2009-3160?

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Source: NVD / NIST