How severe is CVE-2014-8520?

CVE-2014-8520 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2014-8520 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-2014-8520?

CVE-2014-8520 primarily affects Mcafee Network Data Loss Prevention. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-8520?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2014-8520 published?

CVE-2014-8520 was published on 2014-10-29 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-8520

CVE-2014-8520 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Mcafee Network Data Loss Prevention with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. 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-200.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 5.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (68th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-200
Affected product: Mcafee Network Data Loss Prevention
Published: 2014-10-29
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

McAfee Network Data Loss Prevention (NDLP) before 9.3 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via vectors related to open network ports.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-8520?: McAfee Network Data Loss Prevention (NDLP) before 9.3 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via vectors related to open network ports.
How severe is CVE-2014-8520?: CVE-2014-8520 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2014-8520 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-2014-8520?: CVE-2014-8520 primarily affects Mcafee Network Data Loss Prevention. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8520?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2014-8520 published?: CVE-2014-8520 was published on 2014-10-29 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:mcafee:network_data_loss_prevention:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:mcafee:network_data_loss_prevention:8.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:mcafee:network_data_loss_prevention:9.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:mcafee:network_data_loss_prevention:9.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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