CVE-2020-14008

Name: CVE-2020-14008
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-09-04T15:15:10.63+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 35.53%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-14008 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Zoho ManageEngine Applications Manager 14710 and before allows an authenticated admin user to upload a vulnerable jar in a specific location, which leads to remote code execution.. EPSS estimates a 35.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Zoho ManageEngine Applications Manager 14710 and before allows an authenticated admin user to upload a vulnerable jar in a specific location, which leads to remote code execution.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.2/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

35.53%

98.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Zohocorp	Manageengine Applications Manager	<= 13.0
Zohocorp	Manageengine Applications Manager	14.0

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159066/ManageEngine-Applications-Manager-Authenticated-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.manageengine.comProduct, Vendor Advisory
https://www.manageengine.com/products/applications_manager/issues.html#14730Vendor Advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/159066/ManageEngine-Applications-Manager-Authenticated-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.manageengine.comProduct, Vendor Advisory
https://www.manageengine.com/products/applications_manager/issues.html#14730Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 4, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-14008?

Zoho ManageEngine Applications Manager 14710 and before allows an authenticated admin user to upload a vulnerable jar in a specific location, which leads to remote code execution.

How severe is CVE-2020-14008?

CVE-2020-14008 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 35.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-14008?

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-2020-14008?

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Source: NVD / NIST