CVE-2009-3999
CriticalPublic exploitStack-based buffer overflow in goform/formExportDataLogs in HP Power Manager before 4.2.10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long fileName parameter.
Published Jan 20, 2010 · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2009-3999 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 10.0 v2) affecting Power Manager (Hp).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Power Manager <=4.2.9, Power Manager 4.2.9.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
10.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
72%
Higher than 99.4% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in goform/formExportDataLogs in HP Power Manager before 4.2.10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long fileName parameter.
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Power ManagerHp | 4.2.5, 4.2.6 | 4.2.9 |
Patched Releases
Power Manager
<=4.2.9
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jan 20, 2010
Last updated
Apr 28, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-119 Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer
References
- advisory37280
- advisoryhttp://secunia.com/secunia_research/2009-47/
- exploitMSF hp_power_manager_filename.rb
- exploitExploitDB-18015
- otherHPSBMA02485
FAQ
Common Questions.
Stack-based buffer overflow in goform/formExportDataLogs in HP Power Manager before 4.2.10 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long fileName parameter.
Affected: Power Manager (Hp) versions 4.2.5, 4.2.6. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Power Manager <=4.2.9, Power Manager 4.2.9.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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