CVE-2014-8118

CVE-2014-8118 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Rpm with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. 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-189.

Key facts

Description

Integer overflow in RPM 4.12 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted CPIO header in the payload section of an RPM file, which triggers a stack-based buffer overflow.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-8118?
Integer overflow in RPM 4.12 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted CPIO header in the payload section of an RPM file, which triggers a stack-based buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2014-8118?
CVE-2014-8118 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2014-8118 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 8% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-8118?
CVE-2014-8118 primarily affects Rpm. In total, 109 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8118?
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-2014-8118 published?
CVE-2014-8118 was published on 2014-12-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (109)

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