CVE-2014-0488

Name: CVE-2014-0488
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2014-11-03T22:55:07.35+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.08%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-0488 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. APT before 1.0.9 does not "invalidate repository data" when moving from an unauthenticated to authenticated state, which allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via crafted repository data.. EPSS estimates a 2.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

APT before 1.0.9 does not "invalidate repository data" when moving from an unauthenticated to authenticated state, which allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via crafted repository data.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.08%

79.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Debian	Advanced Package Tool	1.0.3
Debian	Advanced Package Tool	1.0.7

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/61275
http://secunia.com/advisories/61286
http://ubuntu.com/usn/usn-2348-1Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-3025Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/61275
http://secunia.com/advisories/61286
http://ubuntu.com/usn/usn-2348-1Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-3025Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 3, 2014
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-0488?

How severe is CVE-2014-0488?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-0488 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-0488?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2014-0488?

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Source: NVD / NIST