CVE-2009-3463

Array index error in Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.5.2.602 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted Shockwave content on a web site

published November 4, 2009

CVSS
—
EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty array index error in Adobe Shockwave Player could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code—like a magician pulling a rabbit out of an empty hat! 🎩🐇 Think of it like a restaurant where the chef follows a recipe but misses a critical step, leading to unexpected results in the final dish. In this case, the error could let an attacker toss in their own ingredients—potentially harmful code—into your digital menu. If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to run any code they choose, effectively taking over the system running the unpatched Shockwave Player. Just imagine a dinner party where guests can secretly change the menu to serve disastrous dishes—they can wreak havoc without anyone knowing!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef follows a recipe but misses a critical step, leading to unexpected results in the final dish. In this case, the error could let an attacker toss in their own ingredients—potentially harmful code—into your digital menu. The array index error in Adobe Shockwave Player allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by delivering specially crafted Shockwave content, resulting in a breach of system integrity.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to run any code they choose, effectively taking over the system running the unpatched Shockwave Player. Just imagine a dinner party where guests can secretly change the menu to serve disastrous dishes—they can wreak havoc without anyone knowing! To safeguard your systems, ensure you update Adobe Shockwave Player to version 11.5.2.602 or later as soon as possible. Regularly check for updates and apply them diligently to keep your defenses strong! You've got this! Keep your software updated, and you'll be a security hero in no time! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06113 · 93.4th percentile
Published
2009-11-04T15:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 04 NOV 15:00Z
    Array index error in Adobe Shockwave Player before 11.5.2.602 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted Shockwave content on a web site
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