CVE-2009-4494: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-4494: AOLserver 4.5.1 writes data to a log file without sanitizing non-printable characters, which might allow re...

AOLserver 4.5.1 writes data to a log file without sanitizing non-printable characters, which might allow remote attackers to modify a window's title, or possibly execute arbitrary commands or overwrite files, via an HTTP request containing an escape sequence for a terminal emulator.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 07:01 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

AOLserver 4.5.1 can write attacker-controlled terminal escape characters into logs. The business risk is indirect: damage may occur when staff view those logs in a terminal or tool that interprets control sequences. Exposure appears limited to environments still running AOLserver 4.5.1 and where operational staff or automated tooling view raw logs in terminals or log viewers that interpret escape sequences. Treat this as a legacy exposure and operational safety issue. Prioritize if AOLserver 4.5.1 is internet-facing or logs are manually reviewed from terminals. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for AOLserver 4.5.1 exposure.; Check AOLserver or distribution guidance for supported fixes.; Avoid viewing raw web logs directly in terminal emulators..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 13, 2010, 20:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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