CVE-2014-5210

CVE-2014-5210 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Alienvault Open Source Security Information Management with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 15% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-94.

Key facts

Description

The av-centerd SOAP service in AlienVault OSSIM before 4.7.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted (1) remote_task or (2) get_license request, a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-3804 and CVE-2014-3805.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-5210?
The av-centerd SOAP service in AlienVault OSSIM before 4.7.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted (1) remote_task or (2) get_license request, a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-3804 and CVE-2014-3805.
How severe is CVE-2014-5210?
CVE-2014-5210 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2014-5210 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 15% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-5210?
CVE-2014-5210 primarily affects Alienvault Open Source Security Information Management. In total, 29 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5210?
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-2014-5210 published?
CVE-2014-5210 was published on 2014-08-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (29)

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