How severe is CVE-2014-8419?

CVE-2014-8419 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-8419 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (39th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-8419?

CVE-2014-8419 affects Wibu Codemeter Runtime. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-8419?

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-2014-8419 published?

CVE-2014-8419 was published on 2014-11-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-8419

CVE-2014-8419 is a high-severity vulnerability in Wibu Codemeter Runtime 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (39th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Wibu Codemeter Runtime
Published: 2014-11-26
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Wibu-Systems CodeMeter Runtime before 5.20 uses weak permissions (read and write access for all users) for codemeter.exe, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-8419?: Wibu-Systems CodeMeter Runtime before 5.20 uses weak permissions (read and write access for all users) for codemeter.exe, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse file.
How severe is CVE-2014-8419?: CVE-2014-8419 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-8419 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (39th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-8419?: CVE-2014-8419 affects Wibu Codemeter Runtime. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8419?: 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-2014-8419 published?: CVE-2014-8419 was published on 2014-11-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:wibu:codemeter_runtime:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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