Is CVE-2009-4324 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2009-4324 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2009-4324 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2009-4324 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2009-4324?

CVE-2009-4324 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2009-4324

Published: June 8, 2022

EPSS:93.01%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.8th

Official Description

Use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader allows remote attackers to execute code via a crafted PDF file.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Adobe Acrobat and Reader Use-After-Free Vulnerability

Use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader allows remote attackers to execute code via a crafted PDF file.

Added to KEV: 2022-06-08Federal patch deadline: 2022-06-22

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

A use-after-free vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat and Reader allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a specially crafted PDF file. The high EPSS score of 0.93013 indicates a strong likelihood of exploitation, and its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog confirms it is actively being exploited. This poses a significant risk to users of these products.

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild, indicating that attackers are leveraging it to compromise systems. The flaw is remotely exploitable, typically through malicious PDF files.

Recommended Action

Apply the latest security updates and patches for Adobe Acrobat and Reader. Exercise caution when opening untrusted PDF files and ensure that PDF readers are configured with enhanced security settings, such as Protected View.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2009-4324 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

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

CISA has added CVE-2009-4324 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.