Is CVE-2009-2970 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2009-2970 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2009-2970 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2009-2970 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2009-2970?

CVE-2009-2970 has a CVSS score of 9.3 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2009-2970

CWE-119Published: October 19, 2009· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

9.3

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the GetUiDllVersion function in an ActiveX control in UiCheck.dll before 1.0.0.7 in UiTV UiPlayer, as used in BaiduX and other products, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the filename parameter.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2009-2970 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-119): Buffer overflow vulnerabilities can lead to arbitrary code execution or denial of service by corrupting adjacent memory.