How severe is CVE-2009-0038?

No CVSS score has been assigned to CVE-2009-0038 yet. Review the advisory details and affected package list to assess your exposure.

Which products are affected by CVE-2009-0038?

Affected package information for CVE-2009-0038 is not yet fully mapped. Check the official advisory links for details.

How do I patch CVE-2009-0038?

No patch has shipped for CVE-2009-0038 yet — track the apache geronimo advisory for a fixed release and apply the workarounds below in the meantime.

How do I detect CVE-2009-0038 across my infrastructure?

Inventory every apache geronimo deployment and check each version against the affected-products list above. Because the exploit targets the running system rather than your application code, also watch for exploitation at the network and runtime layer — O3 flags the exploit behaviour from runtime telemetry and egress traffic even before a vulnerable build is confirmed.

How do I mitigate CVE-2009-0038 if there is no patch (or I can't update yet)?

Cut exposure now: restrict the management/admin interface to trusted networks, segment the device, and apply the vendor's recommended configuration mitigations and any WAF/IPS signature. O3's runtime protection blocks the exploit chain at execution, holding the line on unpatched or end-of-life systems until you can patch.

How does O3 Security protect against CVE-2009-0038?

O3 detects and blocks CVE-2009-0038 exploitation at runtime: eBPF exploit-chain detection, plus L7 egress monitoring that catches the post-exploitation callback and severs the attacker's outbound channel.

Is CVE-2009-0038 actively exploited in the wild?

Yes. There are 4 known exploit references for CVE-2009-0038, including 2 documented proof-of-concept exploits on Exploit-DB and 2 in-the-wild exploitations observed on GitHub and other sources. Treat this as actively exploitable and prioritize patching immediately. All exploit code should only be run in an isolated sandbox environment for research or authorized testing — never against production systems without explicit written authorization.

What is the EPSS score for CVE-2009-0038?

CVE-2009-0038 has an EPSS (Exploit Prediction Scoring System) score of 18.0%, placing it in the 97th percentile of all CVEs. EPSS is maintained by FIRST.org and estimates the probability that a vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. This score warrants monitoring and prompt remediation.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-0038?

CVE-2009-0038 is classified as Cross-site Scripting (XSS) (CWE-79). This weakness type describe the underlying flaw category, which helps determine the potential impact and the right class of mitigation. This is a high-impact weakness class that often enables remote code execution or data exposure.

Which products and versions are affected by CVE-2009-0038?

CVE-2009-0038 affects apache geronimo (4 versions, e.g. 2.1, 2.1.1, 2.1.2…). Check the affected-products list on this page against your deployed version to confirm exposure.

When was CVE-2009-0038 published, and has it been updated?

CVE-2009-0038 was published on April 17, 2009 and was last updated on June 16, 2026. Advisory data evolves as severity scores, affected ranges, and exploit intelligence are revised — always check the latest version of the advisory before acting.

CVE-2009-0038

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in the web administration console in Apache Geronimo Application Server 2.1 through 2.1.3 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary…

Published

Apr 17, 2009

Updated

Jun 16, 2026

Affected

0 pkgs

Patched

None yet

Exploits

4 known

EPSS Exploitation Probability

via FIRST.org ↗

18.0%probability of exploitation in next 30 days

Moderate Risk97th percentile-5.67%

EPSS (Exploit Prediction Scoring System) is a daily probability model maintained by FIRST.org. It estimates the likelihood a CVE will be exploited in production environments within the next 30 days, derived from real-world threat intelligence signals.

Description

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in the web administration console in Apache Geronimo Application Server 2.1 through 2.1.3 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) name, (2) ip, (3) username, or (4) description parameter to console/portal/Server/Monitoring; or (5) the PATH_INFO to the default URI under console/portal/.

Affected Products

1 product · 4 configurations

Application

geronimoapache

4 versions

2.12.1.12.1.22.1.3

Exploits & PoCs

Research use only. For defensive security, authorized penetration testing, and academic research only. Never execute exploit code against systems without explicit written authorization.

EDB-32921remotemultiple✓ Verified

Apache Geronimo 2.1.x - '/console/portal/' URI Cross-Site Scripting

by DSecRG · Apr 16, 2009

Exploit-DB Source

EDB-32920remotemultiple✓ Verified

Apache Geronimo 2.1.x - '/console/portal/Server/Monitoring' Multiple Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerabilities

by DSecRG · Apr 16, 2009

Exploit-DB Source

Detection & mitigation playbook

Vendor / appliance

Detect
Inventory every apache geronimo deployment and check each version against the affected-products list above. Because the exploit targets the running system rather than your application code, also watch for exploitation at the network and runtime layer — O3 flags the exploit behaviour from runtime telemetry and egress traffic even before a vulnerable build is confirmed.
Remediation status
No patch has shipped for CVE-2009-0038 yet — track the apache geronimo advisory for a fixed release and apply the workarounds below in the meantime.
Mitigate without a patch
Cut exposure now: restrict the management/admin interface to trusted networks, segment the device, and apply the vendor's recommended configuration mitigations and any WAF/IPS signature. O3's runtime protection blocks the exploit chain at execution, holding the line on unpatched or end-of-life systems until you can patch.
How O3 protects you
O3 detects and blocks CVE-2009-0038 exploitation at runtime: eBPF exploit-chain detection, plus L7 egress monitoring that catches the post-exploitation callback and severs the attacker's outbound channel.

Tailored to CVE-2009-0038. Runtime protection reduces exposure until a permanent patch is applied and verified — it complements patching, it doesn't replace it.

Frequently Asked Questions

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CVE-2009-0038

EPSS Exploitation Probability

Description

Affected Products

Detection & mitigation playbook

Detect

Remediation status

Mitigate without a patch

How O3 protects you

Frequently Asked Questions

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