Is CVE-2014-2364 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2014-2364, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2014-2364 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2014-2364 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2014-2364?

CVE-2014-2364 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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CVE-2014-2364

CWE-121Published: July 19, 2014· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in Advantech WebAccess before 7.2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string in the (1) ProjectName, (2) SetParameter, (3) NodeName, (4) CCDParameter, (5) SetColor, (6) AlarmImage, (7) GetParameter, (8) GetColor, (9) ServerResponse, (10) SetBaud, or (11) IPAddress parameter to an ActiveX control in (a) webvact.ocx, (b) dvs.ocx, or (c) webdact.ocx.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2014-2364 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2014-2364. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.