CVE-2014-5427

Name: CVE-2014-5427
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-03-29T10:59:00.07+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.36%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-5427 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Johnson Controls Metasys 4.1 through 6.5, as used in Application and Data Server (ADS), Extended Application and Data Server (aka ADX), LonWorks Control Server 85 LCS8520, Network Automation Engine (NAE) 55xx-x, Network Integration Engine (NIE) 5xxx-x, and NxE8500, allows remote attackers to read password hashes via a POST request.. EPSS estimates a 1.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Johnson Controls Metasys 4.1 through 6.5, as used in Application and Data Server (ADS), Extended Application and Data Server (aka ADX), LonWorks Control Server 85 LCS8520, Network Automation Engine (NAE) 55xx-x, Network Integration Engine (NIE) 5xxx-x, and NxE8500, allows remote attackers to read password hashes via a POST request.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.36%

68.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Johnsoncontrols	Metsys	4.1
Johnsoncontrols	Metsys	6.5

References

https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-14-350-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-14-350-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Mar 29, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-5427?

How severe is CVE-2014-5427?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-5427 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-5427?

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