CVE-2014-8598Mantisbt Vulnerability
The XML Import/Export plugin in MantisBT 1.2.x does not restrict access, which allows remote attackers to (1) upload arbitrary XML files via the import page or (2) obtain sensitive information via the export page.
Published Nov 18, 2014 · Updated May 6, 2026
Key Facts
Routine patching- CVE-2014-8598 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 6.4 v2) affecting Mantisbt, mantis (debian).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including mantis 1.2.18-1, Mantisbt 1.2.17.
- Brandefense priority: routine patching, as no exploitation is known and its severity is moderate or low.
Scores
CVSS v2
6.4
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
38%
Higher than 98.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploit maturity
Weaponized
ATLAS score
51/100
Publication score, see How it works
Exploitation Verdict
KEV listed
Not listed
Federal due date
None
No federal due date
Ransomware use
Not reported
Attributed actors
None named
Exploit & Defence Guidance
Exploit maturity
Weaponized
Public exploit code
2
Proof-of-concept links
In-the-wild evidence
0
Reports of active use
Advisories And Exploit References
Description
The XML Import/Export plugin in MantisBT 1.2.x does not restrict access, which allows remote attackers to (1) upload arbitrary XML files via the import page or (2) obtain sensitive information via the export page. NOTE: this issue can be combined with CVE-2014-7146 to execute arbitrary PHP code.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| MantisbtMantisbt | See advisory | 1.2.17 |
| mantisdebian | See advisory | 1.2.18-1 |
Patched Releases
mantis
1.2.18-1
Mantisbt
1.2.17
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Nov 18, 2014
Last updated
May 6, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-19
References
- advisorygithub.com · 80a15487
- advisorymantisbt.org · bugs
- exploitMSF mantisbt_php_exec.rb
- exploitExploitDB-41685
- other62101
FAQ
Common Questions.
The XML Import/Export plugin in MantisBT 1.2.x does not restrict access, which allows remote attackers to (1) upload arbitrary XML files via the import page or (2) obtain sensitive information via the export page.
Affected: Mantisbt; mantis (debian). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including mantis 1.2.18-1, Mantisbt 1.2.17.
Brandefense priority: routine patching, as no exploitation is known and its severity is moderate or low.
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