CVE-2014-8515: Command Injection
Published Dec 12, 2014
·Updated
The web interface in BitTorrent allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by leveraging knowledge of the pairing values and a crafted request to port 10000.
Affected Software
1 affected component
BitTorrent BitTorrent
Event History
Dec 12, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2014-8515?
CVE-2014-8515 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2014-8515?
To mitigate CVE-2014-8515, update to the latest version of BitTorrent that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2014-8515?
CVE-2014-8515 affects the web interface of BitTorrent across various versions.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-8515?
CVE-2014-8515 is classified as a remote command execution vulnerability.
5
Can exploitation of CVE-2014-8515 lead to data loss?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2014-8515 can potentially result in data loss through arbitrary command execution.