What is the severity of CVE-2014-0904?

CVE-2014-0904 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2014-0904?

To remediate CVE-2014-0904, users should update IBM Security AppScan to a version that incorporates necessary integrity checks for downloaded files.

Which versions of IBM Security AppScan are affected by CVE-2014-0904?

CVE-2014-0904 affects IBM Security AppScan versions 7.9 through 8.8 of the Standard edition.

What types of attacks can occur due to CVE-2014-0904?

Exploitation of CVE-2014-0904 could lead to remote code execution if an attacker provides a malicious crafted file during the update process.

Are there workarounds for CVE-2014-0904?

Currently, the recommended approach for CVE-2014-0904 is to apply the latest updates provided by IBM, as there are no specific workarounds.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2014-0904

high

7.6

CWE

26/3/2014

12/4/2025

CVE-2014-0904: Input Validation

First published: Wed Mar 26 2014(Updated: )

The update process in IBM Security AppScan Standard 7.9 through 8.8 does not require integrity checks of downloaded files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Security AppScan	=7.9
IBM Security AppScan	=8.0
IBM Security AppScan	=8.5
IBM Security AppScan	=8.6
IBM Security AppScan	=8.7
IBM Security AppScan	=8.8
	=7.9
	=8.0
	=8.5
	=8.6
	=8.7
	=8.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-0904?
CVE-2014-0904 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0904?
To remediate CVE-2014-0904, users should update IBM Security AppScan to a version that incorporates necessary integrity checks for downloaded files.
Which versions of IBM Security AppScan are affected by CVE-2014-0904?
CVE-2014-0904 affects IBM Security AppScan versions 7.9 through 8.8 of the Standard edition.
What types of attacks can occur due to CVE-2014-0904?
Exploitation of CVE-2014-0904 could lead to remote code execution if an attacker provides a malicious crafted file during the update process.
Are there workarounds for CVE-2014-0904?
Currently, the recommended approach for CVE-2014-0904 is to apply the latest updates provided by IBM, as there are no specific workarounds.

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