Is CVE-2009-4676 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2009-4676, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2009-4676 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2009-4676 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2009-4676?

CVE-2009-4676 has a CVSS score of 9.3 (CRITICAL).

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CVE-2009-4676

CWE-119Published: March 5, 2010· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

9.3

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in JetCast.exe 2.0.4.1109 in jetAudio 7.5.2 and 7.5.3.15 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long title in a FLAC file. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2009-4676 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-2009-4676. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.

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