Is CVE-2014-4148 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2014-4148 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2014-4148 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2014-4148 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2014-4148?

CVE-2014-4148 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2014-4148

Published: May 25, 2022

EPSS:49.71%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:97.7th

Official Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Windows kernel-mode driver improperly handles TrueType fonts.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Windows Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Windows kernel-mode driver improperly handles TrueType fonts.

Added to KEV: 2022-05-25Federal patch deadline: 2022-06-15

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the Windows kernel-mode driver due to improper handling of TrueType fonts. This flaw allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code, posing a severe risk to affected systems. The high EPSS score of 0.49715 and its presence in CISA's KEV highlight the urgency of addressing this actively exploited vulnerability.

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. It is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Apply the latest security updates for the Windows kernel-mode driver to patch the TrueType font handling vulnerability. Ensure all operating system components are kept up-to-date.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2014-4148 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

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

CISA has added CVE-2014-4148 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.