Is CVE-2009-4889 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2009-4889, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2009-4889 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2009-4889 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2009-4889?

CVE-2009-4889 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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CVE-2009-4889

CWE-89Published: June 11, 2010· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SQL injection vulnerability in books.php in the Book Panel (book_panel) module for PHP-Fusion allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the bookid parameter.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2009-4889 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-2009-4889. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.