CVE-2009-3693

Name: CVE-2009-3693
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-10-13T10:30:00.717+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 41.73%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-3693 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in the Persits.XUpload.2 ActiveX control (XUpload.ocx) in HP LoadRunner 9.5 allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files via \.. (backwards slash dot dot) sequences in the third argument to the MakeHttpRequest method.. EPSS estimates a 41.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in the Persits.XUpload.2 ActiveX control (XUpload.ocx) in HP LoadRunner 9.5 allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files via \.. (backwards slash dot dot) sequences in the third argument to the MakeHttpRequest method.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

41.73%

98.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-22

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Persits	Xupload	2.0
Hp	Loadrunner	9.5

References

http://retrogod.altervista.org/9sg_hp_loadrunner.htmlExploit
http://secunia.com/advisories/36898Vendor Advisory
http://retrogod.altervista.org/9sg_hp_loadrunner.htmlExploit
http://secunia.com/advisories/36898Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 13, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-3693?

How severe is CVE-2009-3693?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-3693 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 41.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-3693?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST