CVE-2014-7136

CVE-2014-7136 is a high-severity vulnerability in K7computing K7firewall Packet Driver 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in the K7FWFilt.sys kernel mode driver (aka K7Firewall Packet Driver) before 14.0.1.16, as used in multiple K7 Computing products, allows local users to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges via a crafted parameter in a DeviceIoControl API call.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-7136?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the K7FWFilt.sys kernel mode driver (aka K7Firewall Packet Driver) before 14.0.1.16, as used in multiple K7 Computing products, allows local users to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges via a crafted parameter in a DeviceIoControl API call.
How severe is CVE-2014-7136?
CVE-2014-7136 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-7136 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-7136?
CVE-2014-7136 affects K7computing K7firewall Packet Driver. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-7136?
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-2014-7136 published?
CVE-2014-7136 was published on 2014-12-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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