How severe is CVE-2014-4153?

CVE-2014-4153 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-4153 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-2014-4153?

CVE-2014-4153 primarily affects Alienvault Open Source Security Information Management. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-4153?

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-2014-4153 published?

CVE-2014-4153 was published on 2014-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-4153

CVE-2014-4153 is a high-severity vulnerability in Alienvault Open Source Security Information Management 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-200.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 7% (94th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-200
Affected product: Alienvault Open Source Security Information Management
Published: 2014-06-18
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The av-centerd SOAP service in AlienVault OSSIM before 4.8.0 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a crafted get_file request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-4153?: The av-centerd SOAP service in AlienVault OSSIM before 4.8.0 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a crafted get_file request.
How severe is CVE-2014-4153?: CVE-2014-4153 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-4153 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-2014-4153?: CVE-2014-4153 primarily affects Alienvault Open Source Security Information Management. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4153?: 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-2014-4153 published?: CVE-2014-4153 was published on 2014-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:a:alienvault:open_source_security_information_management:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:alienvault:open_source_security_information_management:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:alienvault:open_source_security_information_management:4.3.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:alienvault:open_source_security_information_management:4.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:alienvault:open_source_security_information_management:4.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:alienvault:open_source_security_information_management:4.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:alienvault:open_source_security_information_management:4.6.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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