CVE-2014-9462

Name: CVE-2014-9462
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-03-31T14:59:03.437+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.20%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-9462 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The _validaterepo function in sshpeer in Mercurial before 3.2.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted repository name in a clone command.. EPSS estimates a 4.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The _validaterepo function in sshpeer in Mercurial before 3.2.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted repository name in a clone command.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.20%

89.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Opensuse	Opensuse	13.1
Opensuse	Opensuse	13.2
Mercurial	Mercurial	<= 3.2.3

References

Timeline

Published: Mar 31, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-9462?

The _validaterepo function in sshpeer in Mercurial before 3.2.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted repository name in a clone command.

How severe is CVE-2014-9462?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-9462 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-9462?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2014-9462?

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Source: NVD / NIST