How severe is CVE-2014-3053?

CVE-2014-3053 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.0, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-3053 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (70th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-3053?

CVE-2014-3053 primarily affects Ibm Security Access Manager For Web 8.0 Firmware. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-3053?

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-2014-3053 published?

CVE-2014-3053 was published on 2014-06-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-3053

CVE-2014-3053 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Security Access Manager For Web 8.0 Firmware with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.0. 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-287.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 8.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (70th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Ibm Security Access Manager For Web 8.0 Firmware
Published: 2014-06-21
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The Local Management Interface (LMI) in IBM Security Access Manager (ISAM) for Mobile 8.0 with firmware 8.0.0.0 through 8.0.0.3 and IBM Security Access Manager for Web 7.0, and 8.0 with firmware 8.0.0.2 and 8.0.0.3, allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a login action with invalid credentials.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-3053?: The Local Management Interface (LMI) in IBM Security Access Manager (ISAM) for Mobile 8.0 with firmware 8.0.0.0 through 8.0.0.3 and IBM Security Access Manager for Web 7.0, and 8.0 with firmware 8.0.0.2 and 8.0.0.3, allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a login action with invalid credentials.
How severe is CVE-2014-3053?: CVE-2014-3053 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.0, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-3053 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (70th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-3053?: CVE-2014-3053 primarily affects Ibm Security Access Manager For Web 8.0 Firmware. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3053?: 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-2014-3053 published?: CVE-2014-3053 was published on 2014-06-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (8)

cpe:2.3:o:ibm:security_access_manager_for_web_8.0_firmware:8.0.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:ibm:security_access_manager_for_web_8.0_firmware:8.0.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:ibm:security_access_manager_for_web_appliance:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_access_manager_for_mobile_software:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_access_manager_for_web_software:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_access_manager_for_web_software:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:ibm:security_access_manager_for_mobile_appliance:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:ibm:security_access_manager_for_web_appliance:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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