CVE-2014-2623
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitUnspecified vulnerability in HP Storage Data Protector 8.x allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.
Published Jul 17, 2014 · Updated May 6, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2014-2623 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 10.0 v2) affecting Storage Data Protector (Hp).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Jun 6, 2018. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v2
10.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
91%
Higher than 99.8% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Unspecified vulnerability in HP Storage Data Protector 8.x allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Jun 6, 2018 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
8 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Storage Data ProtectorHp | 8.0, 8.10 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 17, 2014
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jun 6, 2018
Last updated
May 6, 2026
References
- exploithttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/130658/HP-Data-Protector-8.10-Remote-Command-Execution.html
- exploitMSF hp_dataprotector_cmd_exec.rb
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitExploitDB-34066
- exploitExploitDB-35961
FAQ
Common Questions.
Unspecified vulnerability in HP Storage Data Protector 8.x allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.
Affected: Storage Data Protector (Hp) versions 8.0, 8.10. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Jun 6, 2018.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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