CVE-2009-2624: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-2624: The huft_build function in inflate.c in gzip before 1.3.13 creates a hufts (aka huffman) table that is too...

The huft_build function in inflate.c in gzip before 1.3.13 creates a hufts (aka huffman) table that is too small, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash or infinite loop) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted archive. NOTE: this issue is caused by a CVE-2006-4334 regression.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 05:59 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2009-2624 affects gzip before 1.3.13. A specially crafted compressed archive can make vulnerable gzip handling crash or loop indefinitely, and the CVE notes possible code execution. The practical concern is systems or services that automatically decompress untrusted files. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix-like systems, embedded appliances, build pipelines, mail gateways, upload processors, or backup workflows still using gzip before 1.3.13 or vendor packages carrying the vulnerable code. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item with higher priority for internet-facing or automated archive-processing systems. The main business risk is service disruption, with possible code execution noted but not quantified in the provided sources. Mitigation focus: Upgrade gzip to a vendor-fixed package or gzip 1.3.13 or later.; Apply relevant OS vendor security updates for affected distributions.; Restrict automated decompression of untrusted archives where patching is delayed..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 03:36 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 29, 2010, 18:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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