CVE-2009-3958: Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the NOS Microsystems getPlus Helper ActiveX control before 1.6.2.49 in gp.ocx in the Download Manager in Adob...

Description

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the NOS Microsystems getPlus Helper ActiveX control before 1.6.2.49 in gp.ocx in the Download Manager in Adobe Reader and Acrobat 9.x before 9.3, and 8.x before 8.2 on Windows and Mac OS X, might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified initialization parameters.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

52.59%

98.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Adobe	Acrobat	<= 9.2
Adobe	Acrobat	3.0
Adobe	Acrobat	3.1
Adobe	Acrobat	4.0
Adobe	Acrobat	4.0.5
Adobe	Acrobat	4.0.5a
Adobe	Acrobat	4.0.5c
Adobe	Acrobat	5.0
Adobe	Acrobat	5.0.5
Adobe	Acrobat	5.0.6
Adobe	Acrobat	5.0.10
Adobe	Acrobat	6.0
Adobe	Acrobat	6.0.1
Adobe	Acrobat	6.0.2
Adobe	Acrobat	6.0.3
Adobe	Acrobat	6.0.4
Adobe	Acrobat	6.0.5
Adobe	Acrobat	6.0.6
Adobe	Acrobat	7.0
Adobe	Acrobat	7.0.1
Adobe	Acrobat	7.0.2
Adobe	Acrobat	7.0.3
Adobe	Acrobat	7.0.4
Adobe	Acrobat	7.0.5
Adobe	Acrobat	7.0.6
Adobe	Acrobat	7.0.7
Adobe	Acrobat	7.0.8
Adobe	Acrobat	7.0.9
Adobe	Acrobat	7.1.0
Adobe	Acrobat	7.1.1
Adobe	Acrobat	7.1.2
Adobe	Acrobat	7.1.3
Adobe	Acrobat	7.1.4
Adobe	Acrobat	8.0
Adobe	Acrobat	8.1
Adobe	Acrobat	8.1.1
Adobe	Acrobat	8.1.2
Adobe	Acrobat	8.1.3
Adobe	Acrobat	8.1.4
Adobe	Acrobat	8.1.5
Adobe	Acrobat	8.1.6
Adobe	Acrobat	8.1.7
Adobe	Acrobat	9.0
Adobe	Acrobat	9.1
Adobe	Acrobat	9.1.1
Adobe	Acrobat	9.1.2
Adobe	Acrobat	9.1.3
Adobe	Acrobat Reader	<= 9.2
Adobe	Acrobat Reader	3.0
Adobe	Acrobat Reader	3.01

Showing 50 of 97 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.

References

http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2010-01/msg00009.html
http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb10-02.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/773545US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/37759
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1023446
http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA10-013A.htmlUS Government Resource
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/0103Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/55556
https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A8455
http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2010-01/msg00009.html
http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb10-02.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/773545US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/37759
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1023446
http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA10-013A.htmlUS Government Resource
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/0103Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/55556
https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A8455

Timeline

Published: Jan 13, 2010
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-3958?

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the NOS Microsystems getPlus Helper ActiveX control before 1.6.2.49 in gp.ocx in the Download Manager in Adobe Reader and Acrobat 9.x before 9.3, and 8.x before 8.2 on Windows and Mac OS X, might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified initialization parameters.

How severe is CVE-2009-3958?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-3958 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 52.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-3958?

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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