How severe is CVE-2014-3388?

CVE-2014-3388 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-3388 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-3388?

CVE-2014-3388 primarily affects Cisco Asa. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-3388?

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-2014-3388 published?

CVE-2014-3388 was published on 2014-10-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-3388

CVE-2014-3388 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Asa 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-399.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (68th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-399
Affected product: Cisco Asa
Published: 2014-10-10
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The DNS inspection engine in Cisco ASA Software 9.0 before 9.0(4.13), 9.1 before 9.1(5.7), and 9.2 before 9.2(2) allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via crafted DNS packets, aka Bug ID CSCuo68327.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-3388?: The DNS inspection engine in Cisco ASA Software 9.0 before 9.0(4.13), 9.1 before 9.1(5.7), and 9.2 before 9.2(2) allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via crafted DNS packets, aka Bug ID CSCuo68327.
How severe is CVE-2014-3388?: CVE-2014-3388 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-3388 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-3388?: CVE-2014-3388 primarily affects Cisco Asa. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3388?: 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-2014-3388 published?: CVE-2014-3388 was published on 2014-10-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20141008-asa

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:cisco:asa:9.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:asa:9.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:asa:9.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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