How severe is CVE-2014-0490?

CVE-2014-0490 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-0490 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-0490?

CVE-2014-0490 primarily affects Debian Advanced Package Tool. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-0490?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2014-0490 published?

CVE-2014-0490 was published on 2014-11-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-0490

CVE-2014-0490 is a high-severity vulnerability in Debian Advanced Package Tool with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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-20.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (88th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-20
Affected product: Debian Advanced Package Tool
Published: 2014-11-03
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The apt-get download command in APT before 1.0.9 does not properly validate signatures for packages, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted package.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-0490?: The apt-get download command in APT before 1.0.9 does not properly validate signatures for packages, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted package.
How severe is CVE-2014-0490?: CVE-2014-0490 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-0490 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-0490?: CVE-2014-0490 primarily affects Debian Advanced Package Tool. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0490?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2014-0490 published?: CVE-2014-0490 was published on 2014-11-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:a:debian:advanced_package_tool:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:debian:advanced_package_tool:1.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:debian:advanced_package_tool:1.0.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:debian:advanced_package_tool:1.0.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:debian:advanced_package_tool:1.0.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:debian:advanced_package_tool:1.0.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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