CVE-2014-0978

Name: CVE-2014-0978
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2014-01-10T17:55:03.237+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.89%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-0978 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the yyerror function in lib/cgraph/scan.l in Graphviz 2.34.0 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a long line in a dot file.. EPSS estimates a 4.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the yyerror function in lib/cgraph/scan.l in Graphviz 2.34.0 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a long line in a dot file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.89%

90.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Graphviz	Graphviz	2.34.0

References

Timeline

Published: Jan 10, 2014
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-0978?

Stack-based buffer overflow in the yyerror function in lib/cgraph/scan.l in Graphviz 2.34.0 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a long line in a dot file.

How severe is CVE-2014-0978?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-0978 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-0978?

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-2014-0978?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST