CVE-2014-8388

CVE-2014-8388 is a high-severity vulnerability in Advantech Webaccess 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

Stack-based buffer overflow in Advantech WebAccess, formerly BroadWin WebAccess, before 8.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted ip_address parameter in an HTML document.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-8388?
Stack-based buffer overflow in Advantech WebAccess, formerly BroadWin WebAccess, before 8.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted ip_address parameter in an HTML document.
How severe is CVE-2014-8388?
CVE-2014-8388 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-8388 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-8388?
CVE-2014-8388 affects Advantech Webaccess. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8388?
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-2014-8388 published?
CVE-2014-8388 was published on 2014-11-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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