CVE-2014-3491

Name: CVE-2014-3491
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2014-07-01T16:55:02.527+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.48%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-3491 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Foreman before 1.4.5 and 1.5.x before 1.5.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the Name field to the New Host groups page, related to create, update, and destroy notification boxes.. EPSS estimates a 1.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Foreman before 1.4.5 and 1.5.x before 1.5.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the Name field to the New Host groups page, related to create, update, and destroy notification boxes.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.48%

70.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Theforeman	Foreman	<= 1.4.4
Theforeman	Foreman	1.4.0
Theforeman	Foreman	1.4.1
Theforeman	Foreman	1.4.2
Theforeman	Foreman	1.4.3
Theforeman	Foreman	1.5.0

References

http://projects.theforeman.org/issues/5881Exploit, Patch
http://projects.theforeman.org/issues/5881Exploit, Patch

Timeline

Published: Jul 1, 2014
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-3491?

How severe is CVE-2014-3491?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-3491 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-3491?

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