CVE-2014-8148

CVE-2014-8148 is a high-severity vulnerability in Midgard-project Midgard2 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-264.

Key facts

Description

The default D-Bus access control rule in Midgard2 10.05.7.1 allows local users to send arbitrary method calls or signals to any process on the system bus and possibly execute arbitrary code with root privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-8148?
The default D-Bus access control rule in Midgard2 10.05.7.1 allows local users to send arbitrary method calls or signals to any process on the system bus and possibly execute arbitrary code with root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2014-8148?
CVE-2014-8148 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-8148 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-8148?
CVE-2014-8148 primarily affects Midgard-project Midgard2. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8148?
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-2014-8148 published?
CVE-2014-8148 was published on 2015-01-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)

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