LOW
CVE-2014-8518
CWE-255Published: October 29, 2014· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
2.1
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
The (1) Removable Media and (2) CD and DVD encryption offsite access options (formerly Endpoint Encryption for Removable Media or EERM) in McAfee File and Removable Media Protection (FRP) 4.3.0.x, and Endpoint Encryption for Files and Folders (EEFF) 3.2.x through 4.2.x, uses a hard-coded salt, which makes it easier for local users to obtain passwords via a brute force attack.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2014-8518 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.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityP
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
mcafee2 product(s)
endpoint encryption for files and foldersfile and removable media protection
Source: NVD CPE · 21 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (2)
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https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10089Patch · Vendor Advisory
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https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10089Patch · Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2014-8518
CVSS Score2.1 / 10
SeverityLOW
WeaknessCWE-255
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedOct 29, 2014
Related CVEs (CWE-255)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2014-8518 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.