Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2014-6278 is a Bash parsing flaw in environment-variable function definitions. In certain integrations, an external input can cross into an environment variable and later be processed by Bash, allowing attacker-controlled commands to run. The CVE describes remote vectors including Apache CGI, OpenSSH ForceCommand, and DHCP-client script paths. Highest exposure is where Bash is invoked after untrusted data is placed into the environment. The CVE specifically names Apache mod_cgi/mod_cgid, OpenSSH sshd ForceCommand, DHCP client scripts, and similar privilege-boundary environment handoffs. Product coverage is broad but the bundle does not enumerate exact affected CPEs. High priority for legacy or exposed Unix/Linux environments. This is an older Shellshock-family issue, but the impact is full command execution when reachable patterns exist. Executives should require proof of patch coverage and targeted exposure review, not just a general statement that Shellshock was addressed years ago. Mitigation focus: Apply vendor Bash security updates for each operating system, appliance, and bundled product.; Review Oracle, IBM, HP, Check Point, SUSE, and JVN advisories for product-specific guidance.; Prioritize systems exposing CGI, forced SSH commands, or DHCP hook scripts that invoke Bash..
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- High
- CVSS
- 8.8 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H2.85.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
8.8HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://supportcenter.checkpoint.com/supportcenter/portal?eventSubmit_doGoviewsolutiondetails=&solutionid=sk102673&src=securityAlertsCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10085CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://support.f5.com/kb/en-us/solutions/public/15000/600/sol15629.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2014-6278CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- 39887CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
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Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.