CVE-2014-2942
CVE-2014-2942 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cobham Aviator 700d with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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-255.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (31st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-255
- Affected product: Cobham Aviator 700d
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- Last modified:
Description
Cobham Aviator 700D and 700E satellite terminals use an improper algorithm for PIN codes, which makes it easier for attackers to obtain a privileged terminal session by calculating the superuser code, and then leveraging physical access or terminal access to enter this code.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2014-2942?
- Cobham Aviator 700D and 700E satellite terminals use an improper algorithm for PIN codes, which makes it easier for attackers to obtain a privileged terminal session by calculating the superuser code, and then leveraging physical access or terminal access to enter this code.
- How severe is CVE-2014-2942?
- CVE-2014-2942 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2014-2942 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2014-2942?
- CVE-2014-2942 primarily affects Cobham Aviator 700d. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2014-2942?
- 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-2014-2942 published?
- CVE-2014-2942 was published on 2014-09-22 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (2)
- cpe:2.3:h:cobham:aviator_700d:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:h:cobham:aviator_700e:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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