PatchTheCVECVE-2009-1063: Buffer overflow in eXeScope 6.50 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted
CVE-2009-1063 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.8) affecting exescope. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Buffer overflow in eXeScope 6.50 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted executable (.exe) file.
Why this priority
- EPSS top 8%: very likely to be exploited
- Public exploit reference
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.8 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 4.7% (top 8%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-119 |
| Published | 2009-03-26 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
- Exploit-DB: eXeScope 6.50 - Local Buffer Overflow
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2009-1063?
exescope: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2009-1063 being exploited?
CVE-2009-1063 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2009-1063 affect?
CVE-2009-1063 affects exescope. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.8). Buffer overflow in eXeScope 6.50 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted executable (.exe) file.
How urgent is CVE-2009-1063?
Priority 52/100. EPSS top 8%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference
Software pages
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