How severe is CVE-2014-6524?

CVE-2014-6524 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-6524 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-6524?

CVE-2014-6524 affects Sun Sunos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-6524?

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-2014-6524 published?

CVE-2014-6524 was published on 2015-01-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-6524

CVE-2014-6524 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Sunos with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (31st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sun Sunos
Published: 2015-01-21
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Solaris 10 allows local users to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Kernel.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-6524?: Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Solaris 10 allows local users to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Kernel.
How severe is CVE-2014-6524?: CVE-2014-6524 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-6524 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-6524?: CVE-2014-6524 affects Sun Sunos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6524?: 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-2014-6524 published?: CVE-2014-6524 was published on 2015-01-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.10:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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