How severe is CVE-2014-8347?

CVE-2014-8347 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2014-8347 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-8347?

CVE-2014-8347 primarily affects Claris Filemaker Pro. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-8347?

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-2014-8347 published?

CVE-2014-8347 was published on 2020-02-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-8347

CVE-2014-8347 is a high-severity vulnerability in Claris Filemaker Pro with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-287.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 4.6
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (68th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Claris Filemaker Pro
Published: 2020-02-11
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

An Authentication Bypass vulnerability exists in the MatchPasswordData function in DBEngine.dll in Filemaker Pro 13.03 and Filemaker Pro Advanced 12.04, which could let a malicious user obtain elevated privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-8347?: An Authentication Bypass vulnerability exists in the MatchPasswordData function in DBEngine.dll in Filemaker Pro 13.03 and Filemaker Pro Advanced 12.04, which could let a malicious user obtain elevated privileges.
How severe is CVE-2014-8347?: CVE-2014-8347 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2014-8347 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-8347?: CVE-2014-8347 primarily affects Claris Filemaker Pro. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8347?: 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-2014-8347 published?: CVE-2014-8347 was published on 2020-02-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:claris:filemaker_pro:13.03:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:claris:filemaker_pro_advanced:12.0.4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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