CVE-2009-2483: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-2483: libprop/prop_object.c in proplib in NetBSD 4.0 and 4.0.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (N...

libprop/prop_object.c in proplib in NetBSD 4.0 and 4.0.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and kernel panic) via a malformed externalized plist (XML form) containing an undefined element.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 05:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2009-2483 is a local denial-of-service flaw in NetBSD 4.0 and 4.0.1. A local user can provide malformed plist XML that triggers a NULL pointer dereference and kernel panic. Business impact is service interruption on affected legacy NetBSD systems, not data theft based on the provided sources. Exposure is likely limited to legacy systems running NetBSD 4.0 or 4.0.1 with local users or local processes able to reach vulnerable plist parsing paths. Treat as a targeted legacy-system availability risk. Prioritize if NetBSD 4.0 or 4.0.1 supports critical services or shared user access. Otherwise, handle through legacy asset cleanup and standard remediation planning. Mitigation focus: Identify any NetBSD 4.0 or 4.0.1 hosts in the environment.; Review NetBSD-SA2009-003 and vendor guidance for corrected releases or patches.; Upgrade or remediate affected legacy NetBSD systems per vendor guidance..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 19:17 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 16, 2009, 16:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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netbsd-xml-dos(51311)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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