How severe is CVE-2014-1649?

CVE-2014-1649 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.9, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-1649 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 42% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-1649?

CVE-2014-1649 primarily affects Symantec Workspace Streaming. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-1649?

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-2014-1649 published?

CVE-2014-1649 was published on 2014-05-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-1649

CVE-2014-1649 is a high-severity vulnerability in Symantec Workspace Streaming with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.9. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 42% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.9)
EPSS exploit prediction: 42% (99th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Symantec Workspace Streaming
Published: 2014-05-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The server in Symantec Workspace Streaming (SWS) before 7.5.0.749 allows remote attackers to access files and functionality by sending a crafted XMLRPC request over HTTPS.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-1649?: The server in Symantec Workspace Streaming (SWS) before 7.5.0.749 allows remote attackers to access files and functionality by sending a crafted XMLRPC request over HTTPS.
How severe is CVE-2014-1649?: CVE-2014-1649 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.9, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-1649 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 42% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-1649?: CVE-2014-1649 primarily affects Symantec Workspace Streaming. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1649?: 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-2014-1649 published?: CVE-2014-1649 was published on 2014-05-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:a:symantec:workspace_streaming:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:workspace_streaming:6.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:workspace_streaming:6.1:sp1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:workspace_streaming:6.1:sp2:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:workspace_streaming:6.1:sp3:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:workspace_streaming:6.1:sp4:*:*:*:*:*:*

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