Is CVE-2014-5383 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2014-5383, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2014-5383 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2014-5383 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2014-5383?

CVE-2014-5383 has a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

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CVE-2014-5383

CWE-89Published: August 21, 2014· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

6.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SQL injection vulnerability in AlienVault OSSIM before 4.7.0 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified vectors.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2014-5383 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-2014-5383. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.