What is the severity of CVE-2014-5501?

CVE-2014-5501 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2014-5501?

To fix CVE-2014-5501, upgrade Sophos Cyberoam appliances to CyberoamOS version 10.6.1 GA or later.

Who is affected by CVE-2014-5501?

CVE-2014-5501 affects Sophos Cyberoam appliances running CyberoamOS versions prior to 10.6.1 GA.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-5501?

CVE-2014-5501 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

Can CVE-2014-5501 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2014-5501 can be exploited remotely through a crafted webpage or file.

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CVE-2014-5501

critical

9.3

CWE

119

7/10/2014

8/10/2014

CVE-2014-5501: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Oct 07 2014(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in the diagnose service in the Sophos Cyberoam appliances with CyberoamOS before 10.6.1 GA allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted webpage or file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Sophos CyberoamOS	<=10.4
Sophos CyberoamOS	<=10.6.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-5501?
CVE-2014-5501 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5501?
To fix CVE-2014-5501, upgrade Sophos Cyberoam appliances to CyberoamOS version 10.6.1 GA or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-5501?
CVE-2014-5501 affects Sophos Cyberoam appliances running CyberoamOS versions prior to 10.6.1 GA.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-5501?
CVE-2014-5501 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2014-5501 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-5501 can be exploited remotely through a crafted webpage or file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-5501?
CVE-2014-5501 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5501?
To fix CVE-2014-5501, upgrade Sophos Cyberoam appliances to CyberoamOS version 10.6.1 GA or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-5501?
CVE-2014-5501 affects Sophos Cyberoam appliances running CyberoamOS versions prior to 10.6.1 GA.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-5501?
CVE-2014-5501 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2014-5501 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-5501 can be exploited remotely through a crafted webpage or file.