CVE-2014-4861

CVE-2014-4861 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Thycotic Secret Server with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. 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-255.

Key facts

Description

The Remote Desktop Launcher in Thycotic Secret Server before 8.6.000010 does not properly cleanup a temporary file that contains an encrypted password once a session has ended.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-4861?
The Remote Desktop Launcher in Thycotic Secret Server before 8.6.000010 does not properly cleanup a temporary file that contains an encrypted password once a session has ended.
How severe is CVE-2014-4861?
CVE-2014-4861 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2014-4861 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (64th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-4861?
CVE-2014-4861 affects Thycotic Secret Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4861?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2014-4861 published?
CVE-2014-4861 was published on 2018-03-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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