CVE-2014-8920

CVE-2014-8920 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm I Access 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

Buffer overflow in the Data Transfer Program in IBM i Access 5770-XE1 5R4, 6.1, and 7.1 on Windows allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-8920?
Buffer overflow in the Data Transfer Program in IBM i Access 5770-XE1 5R4, 6.1, and 7.1 on Windows allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2014-8920?
CVE-2014-8920 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-8920 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-8920?
CVE-2014-8920 primarily affects Ibm I Access. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8920?
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-2014-8920 published?
CVE-2014-8920 was published on 2015-01-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)

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