How severe is CVE-2014-2264?

CVE-2014-2264 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-2264 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-2264?

CVE-2014-2264 affects Synology Diskstation Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-2264?

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-2014-2264 published?

CVE-2014-2264 was published on 2014-03-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-2264

CVE-2014-2264 is a high-severity vulnerability in Synology Diskstation Manager with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. 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-200.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (74th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-200
Affected product: Synology Diskstation Manager
Published: 2014-03-02
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The OpenVPN module in Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) 4.3-3810 update 1 has a hardcoded root password of synopass, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a VPN session.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-2264?: The OpenVPN module in Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) 4.3-3810 update 1 has a hardcoded root password of synopass, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a VPN session.
How severe is CVE-2014-2264?: CVE-2014-2264 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-2264 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-2264?: CVE-2014-2264 affects Synology Diskstation Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2264?: 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-2014-2264 published?: CVE-2014-2264 was published on 2014-03-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:synology:diskstation_manager:4.3-3810:1:*:*:*:*:*:*

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