CVE-2014-8921

Name: CVE-2014-8921
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-03-02T02:59:00.05+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.79%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-8921 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The IBM Notes Traveler Companion application 1.0 and 1.1 before 201411010515 for Window Phone, as distributed in IBM Notes Traveler 9.0.1, does not properly restrict the number of executions of the automatic configuration option, which makes it easier for remote attackers to capture credentials by conducting a phishing attack involving an encrypted e-mail message.. EPSS estimates a 1.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The IBM Notes Traveler Companion application 1.0 and 1.1 before 201411010515 for Window Phone, as distributed in IBM Notes Traveler 9.0.1, does not properly restrict the number of executions of the automatic configuration option, which makes it easier for remote attackers to capture credentials by conducting a phishing attack involving an encrypted e-mail message.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.79%

75.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Notes Traveler Companion	1.0
Ibm	Notes Traveler Companion	1.1

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21690582Vendor Advisory
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21690582Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 2, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-8921?

How severe is CVE-2014-8921?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-8921 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-8921?

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