CVE-2009-4502

Name: CVE-2009-4502
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-12-31T18:30:01.797+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 21.57%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-4502 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The NET_TCP_LISTEN function in net.c in Zabbix Agent before 1.6.7, when running on FreeBSD or Solaris, allows remote attackers to bypass the EnableRemoteCommands setting and execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the argument to net.tcp.listen. NOTE: this attack is limited to attacks from trusted IP addresses.. EPSS estimates a 21.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The NET_TCP_LISTEN function in net.c in Zabbix Agent before 1.6.7, when running on FreeBSD or Solaris, allows remote attackers to bypass the EnableRemoteCommands setting and execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the argument to net.tcp.listen. NOTE: this attack is limited to attacks from trusted IP addresses.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

21.57%

97.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Zabbix	Zabbix	<= 1.6.6
Zabbix	Zabbix	1.1.2
Zabbix	Zabbix	1.1.3
Zabbix	Zabbix	1.1.4
Zabbix	Zabbix	1.1.5
Zabbix	Zabbix	1.4.2
Zabbix	Zabbix	1.4.3
Zabbix	Zabbix	1.4.4
Zabbix	Zabbix	1.4.6

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/37740Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/508439
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3514Vendor Advisory
https://support.zabbix.com/browse/ZBX-1032Exploit
http://secunia.com/advisories/37740Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/508439
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3514Vendor Advisory
https://support.zabbix.com/browse/ZBX-1032Exploit

Timeline

Published: Dec 31, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-4502?

How severe is CVE-2009-4502?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-4502 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 21.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-4502?

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