How severe is CVE-2014-6451?

CVE-2014-6451 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-6451 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-6451?

CVE-2014-6451 affects Juniper Junos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-6451?

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-2014-6451 published?

CVE-2014-6451 was published on 2015-10-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-6451

CVE-2014-6451 is a high-severity vulnerability in Juniper Junos with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (77th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Juniper Junos
Published: 2015-10-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

J-Web in Juniper vSRX virtual firewalls with Junos OS before 15.1X49-D20 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system reboot) via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-6451?: J-Web in Juniper vSRX virtual firewalls with Junos OS before 15.1X49-D20 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system reboot) via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2014-6451?: CVE-2014-6451 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-6451 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-6451?: CVE-2014-6451 affects Juniper Junos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6451?: 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-2014-6451 published?: CVE-2014-6451 was published on 2015-10-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:juniper:junos:*:d10:*:*:*:*:*:*

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