How severe is CVE-2014-0904?

CVE-2014-0904 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-0904 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-0904?

CVE-2014-0904 primarily affects Ibm Security Appscan. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-0904?

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-2014-0904 published?

CVE-2014-0904 was published on 2014-03-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-0904

CVE-2014-0904 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Security Appscan with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6. 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 7.6)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (86th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-20
Affected product: Ibm Security Appscan
Published: 2014-03-26
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The update process in IBM Security AppScan Standard 7.9 through 8.8 does not require integrity checks of downloaded files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-0904?: The update process in IBM Security AppScan Standard 7.9 through 8.8 does not require integrity checks of downloaded files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file.
How severe is CVE-2014-0904?: CVE-2014-0904 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-0904 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-0904?: CVE-2014-0904 primarily affects Ibm Security Appscan. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0904?: 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-2014-0904 published?: CVE-2014-0904 was published on 2014-03-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan:7.9:-:standard:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan:8.0:-:standard:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan:8.5:-:standard:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan:8.6:-:standard:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan:8.7:-:standard:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan:8.8:-:standard:*:*:*:*:*

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