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CVE-2014-2972

UnknownEPSS 0.49%

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CVE-2014-2972 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. expand.c in Exim before 4.83 expands mathematical comparisons twice, which allows local users to gain privileges and execute arbitrary commands via a crafted lookup value.. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

expand.c in Exim before 4.83 expands mathematical comparisons twice, which allows local users to gain privileges and execute arbitrary commands via a crafted lookup value.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.49%

38.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
EximExim<= 4.82.1
EximExim4.00
EximExim4.01
EximExim4.02
EximExim4.03
EximExim4.04
EximExim4.05
EximExim4.10
EximExim4.11
EximExim4.12
EximExim4.14
EximExim4.20
EximExim4.21
EximExim4.22
EximExim4.23
EximExim4.24
EximExim4.30
EximExim4.31
EximExim4.32
EximExim4.33
EximExim4.34
EximExim4.40
EximExim4.41
EximExim4.42
EximExim4.43
EximExim4.44
EximExim4.50
EximExim4.51
EximExim4.52
EximExim4.53
EximExim4.54
EximExim4.60
EximExim4.61
EximExim4.62
EximExim4.63
EximExim4.64
EximExim4.65
EximExim4.66
EximExim4.67
EximExim4.68
EximExim4.69
EximExim4.70
EximExim4.71
EximExim4.72
EximExim4.73
EximExim4.74
EximExim4.75
EximExim4.76
EximExim4.77
EximExim4.80

Showing 50 of 52 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-2972?
expand.c in Exim before 4.83 expands mathematical comparisons twice, which allows local users to gain privileges and execute arbitrary commands via a crafted lookup value.
How severe is CVE-2014-2972?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-2972 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2972?
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.

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Source: NVD / NIST