CVE-2014-6321

CVE-2014-6321 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 7 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 96% places it in the 100th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-94.

Key facts

Description

Schannel in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted packets, aka "Microsoft Schannel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-6321?
Schannel in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted packets, aka "Microsoft Schannel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2014-6321?
CVE-2014-6321 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2014-6321 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 96% (100th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-6321?
CVE-2014-6321 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 7. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6321?
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-2014-6321 published?
CVE-2014-6321 was published on 2014-11-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (12)

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