How severe is CVE-2014-2717?

CVE-2014-2717 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-2717 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-2717?

CVE-2014-2717 primarily affects Honeywell Falcon Xlweb Linux Controller. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-2717?

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-2014-2717 published?

CVE-2014-2717 was published on 2014-07-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-2717

CVE-2014-2717 is a high-severity vulnerability in Honeywell Falcon Xlweb Linux Controller 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.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.6)
EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (89th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Honeywell Falcon Xlweb Linux Controller
Published: 2014-07-24
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Honeywell FALCON XLWeb Linux controller devices 2.04.01 and earlier and FALCON XLWeb XLWebExe controller devices 2.02.11 and earlier allow remote attackers to bypass authentication and obtain administrative access by visiting the change-password page.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-2717?: Honeywell FALCON XLWeb Linux controller devices 2.04.01 and earlier and FALCON XLWeb XLWebExe controller devices 2.02.11 and earlier allow remote attackers to bypass authentication and obtain administrative access by visiting the change-password page.
How severe is CVE-2014-2717?: CVE-2014-2717 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-2717 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-2717?: CVE-2014-2717 primarily affects Honeywell Falcon Xlweb Linux Controller. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2717?: 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-2014-2717 published?: CVE-2014-2717 was published on 2014-07-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-14-175-01

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:h:honeywell:falcon_xlweb_linux_controller:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:honeywell:falcon_xlweb_xlwebexe:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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