CVE-2014-7216

CVE-2014-7216 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Yahoo Messenger with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. 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

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in Yahoo! Messenger 11.5.0.228 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via the (1) shortcut or (2) title keys in an emoticons.xml file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-7216?
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in Yahoo! Messenger 11.5.0.228 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via the (1) shortcut or (2) title keys in an emoticons.xml file.
How severe is CVE-2014-7216?
CVE-2014-7216 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2014-7216 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 7% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-7216?
CVE-2014-7216 affects Yahoo Messenger. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-7216?
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-2014-7216 published?
CVE-2014-7216 was published on 2015-09-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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