CVE-2014-2208: Code Injection
First published: Sun Dec 28 2014(Updated: )
CRLF injection vulnerability in the LightProcess protocol implementation in hphp/util/light-process.cpp in Facebook HipHop Virtual Machine (HHVM) before 2.4.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by entering a \n (newline) character before the end of a string.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HipHop Virtual Machine | <=2.4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-2208?
CVE-2014-2208 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2208?
To fix CVE-2014-2208, upgrade to Facebook HipHop Virtual Machine version 2.4.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-2208?
CVE-2014-2208 affects users of Facebook HipHop Virtual Machine versions prior to 2.4.2.
What type of attacks can be executed using CVE-2014-2208?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2014-2208 to execute arbitrary commands on systems running vulnerable versions of HHVM.
Where does CVE-2014-2208 occur within the software?
CVE-2014-2208 occurs in the LightProcess protocol implementation in hphp/util/light-process.cpp of HHVM.
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