PatchTheCVECVE-2014-5254: xcfa before 5.0.1 creates temporary files insecurely which could allow local users to launch a symlink attack
CVE-2014-5254 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.7) affecting xcfa. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
xcfa before 5.0.1 creates temporary files insecurely which could allow local users to launch a symlink attack and overwrite arbitrary files.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 4.7 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 72%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-362 |
| Published | 2019-11-21 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2014-5254?
xcfa: upgrade to 5.0.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2014-5254 being exploited?
CVE-2014-5254 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2014-5254 affect?
CVE-2014-5254 affects xcfa. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.7). xcfa before 5.0.1 creates temporary files insecurely which could allow local users to launch a symlink attack and overwrite arbitrary files.
How urgent is CVE-2014-5254?
Priority 33/100. Public exploit reference; On your watchlist
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