Is CVE-2020-7114 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2020-7114 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2020-7114 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2020-7114 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2020-7114?

CVE-2020-7114 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2020-7114

CWE-306Published: April 16, 2020· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability exists allowing attackers, when present in the same network segment as ClearPass' management interface, to make changes to certain databases in ClearPass by crafting HTTP packets. As a result of this attack, a possible complete cluster compromise might occur. Resolution: Fixed in 6.7.13, 6.8.4, 6.9.0 and higher.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2020-7114 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.