CVE-2014-8991

CVE-2014-8991 is a low-severity vulnerability in Pypa Pip with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

pip 1.3 through 1.5.6 allows local users to cause a denial of service (prevention of package installation) by creating a /tmp/pip-build-* file for another user.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-8991?
pip 1.3 through 1.5.6 allows local users to cause a denial of service (prevention of package installation) by creating a /tmp/pip-build-* file for another user.
How severe is CVE-2014-8991?
CVE-2014-8991 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2014-8991 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-8991?
CVE-2014-8991 primarily affects Pypa Pip. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8991?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2014-8991 published?
CVE-2014-8991 was published on 2014-11-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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