What is CVE-2014-8722?

GetSimple CMS 3.3.4 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request to (1) data/users/ .xml, (2) backups/users/ .xml.bak, (3) data/other/authorization.xml, or (4) data/other/appid.xml.

How severe is CVE-2014-8722?

CVE-2014-8722 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2014-8722 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 14% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-8722?

CVE-2014-8722 affects Get-simple Getsimple Cms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-8722?

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-2014-8722 published?

CVE-2014-8722 was published on 2017-03-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-8722

CVE-2014-8722 is a high-severity vulnerability in Get-simple Getsimple Cms with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 14% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-200.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
CVSS v2: 5.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 14% (96th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-200
Affected product: Get-simple Getsimple Cms
Published: 2017-03-17
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

GetSimple CMS 3.3.4 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request to (1) data/users/<username>.xml, (2) backups/users/<username>.xml.bak, (3) data/other/authorization.xml, or (4) data/other/appid.xml.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-8722?: GetSimple CMS 3.3.4 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request to (1) data/users/<username>.xml, (2) backups/users/<username>.xml.bak, (3) data/other/authorization.xml, or (4) data/other/appid.xml.
How severe is CVE-2014-8722?: CVE-2014-8722 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2014-8722 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 14% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-8722?: CVE-2014-8722 affects Get-simple Getsimple Cms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8722?: 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-2014-8722 published?: CVE-2014-8722 was published on 2017-03-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:get-simple:getsimple_cms:3.3.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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