CVE-2014-0469

CVE-2014-0469 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Debian Xbuffy with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in a certain Debian patch for xbuffy before 3.3.bl.3.dfsg-9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the subject of an email, possibly related to indent subject lines.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-0469?
Stack-based buffer overflow in a certain Debian patch for xbuffy before 3.3.bl.3.dfsg-9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the subject of an email, possibly related to indent subject lines.
How severe is CVE-2014-0469?
CVE-2014-0469 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2014-0469 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-0469?
CVE-2014-0469 primarily affects Debian Xbuffy. In total, 39 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0469?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2014-0469 published?
CVE-2014-0469 was published on 2014-05-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (39)

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