CVE-2009-4231

Name: CVE-2009-4231
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-12-08T19:30:00.28+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.32%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-4231 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in as/lib/plugins.php in SweetRice 0.5.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via .. (dot dot) in the plugin parameter.. EPSS estimates a 2.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in as/lib/plugins.php in SweetRice 0.5.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via .. (dot dot) in the plugin parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.32%

81.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-22

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Basic-Cms	Sweetrice	<= 0.5.3
Basic-Cms	Sweetrice	0.2.0
Basic-Cms	Sweetrice	0.2.1
Basic-Cms	Sweetrice	0.3.0
Basic-Cms	Sweetrice	0.4.0
Basic-Cms	Sweetrice	0.4.1
Basic-Cms	Sweetrice	0.4.2
Basic-Cms	Sweetrice	0.4.4
Basic-Cms	Sweetrice	0.5.2

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 8, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-4231?

Directory traversal vulnerability in as/lib/plugins.php in SweetRice 0.5.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via .. (dot dot) in the plugin parameter.

How severe is CVE-2009-4231?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-4231 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-4231?

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-2009-4231?

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Source: NVD / NIST