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CVE-2009-0243

HIGH · CVSS 7.2 EPSS 6.28%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2009-01-21 · Last synced 2026-08-04

CyberRota Analysis

This is a high severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2. It affects Microsoft, Windows. It may be remotely exploitable.

CVE
CVE-2009-0243
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.2
EPSS
6.28%
Microsoft Windows

Original NVD Description

Microsoft Windows does not properly enforce the Autorun and NoDriveTypeAutoRun registry values, which allows physically proximate attackers to execute arbitrary code by (1) inserting CD-ROM media, (2) inserting DVD media, (3) connecting a USB device, and (4) connecting a Firewire device; (5) allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by mapping a network drive; and allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code by clicking on (6) an icon under My Computer\Devices with Removable Storage and (7) an option in an AutoPlay dialog, related to the Autorun.inf file. NOTE: vectors 1 and 3 on Vista are already covered by CVE-2008-0951.