HIGHPOC
CVE-2009-3333
CWE-94Published: September 23, 2009· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
7.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in koesubmit.php in the koeSubmit (com_koesubmit) component 1.0 for Mambo allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the mosConfig_absolute_path parameter.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2009-3333 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.
A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2009-3333. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityP
IntegrityP
AvailabilityP
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
POC AVAILABLEProof-of-concept code exists
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Rapid7 / Metasploit
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All References (4)
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2009-3333
CVSS Score7.5 / 10
SeverityHIGH
WeaknessCWE-94
CISA KEVNo
ExploitPOC
Affected2 vendor(s)
PublishedSep 23, 2009
Related CVEs (CWE-94)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2009-3333 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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