CVE-2014-4509

Name: CVE-2014-4509
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2014-06-21T15:55:05.417+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.38%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-4509 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The MKDQUOTESAFE function in the Fan-out driver scripts in Fan-Out Platform Services in Novell Identity Manager (aka IDM) 4.0.2 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by leveraging eDirectory POSIX attribute changes to insert shell metacharacters.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The MKDQUOTESAFE function in the Fan-out driver scripts in Fan-Out Platform Services in Novell Identity Manager (aka IDM) 4.0.2 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by leveraging eDirectory POSIX attribute changes to insert shell metacharacters.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.38%

29.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Netiq	Identity Manager	4.0.2

References

http://download.novell.com/Download?buildid=5XLmBl54_Rg~Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68139Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://download.novell.com/Download?buildid=5XLmBl54_Rg~Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68139Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jun 21, 2014
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-4509?

How severe is CVE-2014-4509?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-4509 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-4509?

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