How severe is CVE-2014-4812?

CVE-2014-4812 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.8, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2014-4812 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (39th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-4812?

CVE-2014-4812 primarily affects Ibm Security Appscan Source. In total, 15 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-4812?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2014-4812 published?

CVE-2014-4812 was published on 2014-10-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-4812

CVE-2014-4812 is a low-severity vulnerability in Ibm Security Appscan Source with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.8. 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: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 1.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (39th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-200
Affected product: Ibm Security Appscan Source
Published: 2014-10-26
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The installer in IBM Security AppScan Source 8.x and 9.x through 9.0.1 has an open network port for a debug service, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by connecting to this port.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-4812?: The installer in IBM Security AppScan Source 8.x and 9.x through 9.0.1 has an open network port for a debug service, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by connecting to this port.
How severe is CVE-2014-4812?: CVE-2014-4812 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.8, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2014-4812 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (39th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-4812?: CVE-2014-4812 primarily affects Ibm Security Appscan Source. In total, 15 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4812?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2014-4812 published?: CVE-2014-4812 was published on 2014-10-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (15)

cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:8.0.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:8.0.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:8.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:8.5.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:8.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:8.6.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:8.6.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:8.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:8.7.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:8.7.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:8.8:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:9.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:9.0.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:security_appscan_source:9.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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