How severe is CVE-2014-1883?

CVE-2014-1883 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-1883 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-1883?

CVE-2014-1883 primarily affects Adobe Phonegap. In total, 13 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-1883?

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-2014-1883 published?

CVE-2014-1883 was published on 2014-03-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-1883

CVE-2014-1883 is a high-severity vulnerability in Adobe Phonegap 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-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (90th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Adobe Phonegap
Published: 2014-03-03
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Adobe PhoneGap before 2.6.0 on Android uses the shouldOverrideUrlLoading callback instead of the proper shouldInterceptRequest callback, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended device-resource restrictions via content that is accessed (1) in an IFRAME element or (2) with the XMLHttpRequest method by a crafted application.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-1883?: Adobe PhoneGap before 2.6.0 on Android uses the shouldOverrideUrlLoading callback instead of the proper shouldInterceptRequest callback, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended device-resource restrictions via content that is accessed (1) in an IFRAME element or (2) with the XMLHttpRequest method by a crafted application.
How severe is CVE-2014-1883?: CVE-2014-1883 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-1883 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-1883?: CVE-2014-1883 primarily affects Adobe Phonegap. In total, 13 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1883?: 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-2014-1883 published?: CVE-2014-1883 was published on 2014-03-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (13)

cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:2.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:2.0.0:rc1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:2.1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:2.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:2.2.0:rc1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:2.2.0:rc2:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:2.3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:2.3.0:rc1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:2.3.0:rc2:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:2.4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:2.4.0:rc1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:phonegap:2.5.0:rc1:*:*:*:*:*:*

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