CVE-2014-4811

CVE-2014-4811 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm San Volume Controller Software with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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

Description

IBM Storwize 3500, 3700, 5000, and 7000 devices and SAN Volume Controller 6.x and 7.x before 7.2.0.8 allow remote attackers to reset the administrator superuser password to its default value via a direct request to the administrative IP address.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-4811?
IBM Storwize 3500, 3700, 5000, and 7000 devices and SAN Volume Controller 6.x and 7.x before 7.2.0.8 allow remote attackers to reset the administrator superuser password to its default value via a direct request to the administrative IP address.
How severe is CVE-2014-4811?
CVE-2014-4811 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-4811 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-4811?
CVE-2014-4811 primarily affects Ibm San Volume Controller Software. In total, 58 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4811?
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-2014-4811 published?
CVE-2014-4811 was published on 2014-09-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (58)

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