How severe is CVE-2014-9226?

CVE-2014-9226 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-9226 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-9226?

CVE-2014-9226 primarily affects Symantec Data Center Security. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-9226?

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-2014-9226 published?

CVE-2014-9226 was published on 2015-01-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-9226

CVE-2014-9226 is a high-severity vulnerability in Symantec Data Center Security 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: 2% (72nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Symantec Data Center Security
Published: 2015-01-21
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The management server in Symantec Critical System Protection (SCSP) 5.2.9 through MP6 and Symantec Data Center Security: Server Advanced (SDCS:SA) 6.0.x through 6.0 MP1 allows local users to bypass intended Protection Policies via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-9226?: The management server in Symantec Critical System Protection (SCSP) 5.2.9 through MP6 and Symantec Data Center Security: Server Advanced (SDCS:SA) 6.0.x through 6.0 MP1 allows local users to bypass intended Protection Policies via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2014-9226?: CVE-2014-9226 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-9226 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-9226?: CVE-2014-9226 primarily affects Symantec Data Center Security. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9226?: 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-2014-9226 published?: CVE-2014-9226 was published on 2015-01-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:broadcom:symantec_critical_system_protection:5.2.9:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:data_center_security:6.0.0:*:*:*:server_advanced:*:*:*

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