CVE-2014-3865

CVE-2014-3865 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Debian Dpkg-dev with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4. 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-22.

Key facts

Description

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in dpkg-source in dpkg-dev 1.3.0 allow remote attackers to modify files outside of the intended directories via a source package with a crafted Index: pseudo-header in conjunction with (1) missing --- and +++ header lines or (2) a +++ header line with a blank pathname.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-3865?
Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in dpkg-source in dpkg-dev 1.3.0 allow remote attackers to modify files outside of the intended directories via a source package with a crafted Index: pseudo-header in conjunction with (1) missing --- and +++ header lines or (2) a +++ header line with a blank pathname.
How severe is CVE-2014-3865?
CVE-2014-3865 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2014-3865 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 7% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-3865?
CVE-2014-3865 affects Debian Dpkg-dev. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3865?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2014-3865 published?
CVE-2014-3865 was published on 2014-05-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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