PatchTheCVECVE-2014-5439: Multiple Stack-based Buffer Overflow vulnerabilities exists in Sniffit prior to 0.3.7 via a crafted configurat
CVE-2014-5439 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting sniffit, debian linux. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Multiple Stack-based Buffer Overflow vulnerabilities exists in Sniffit prior to 0.3.7 via a crafted configuration file that will bypass Non-eXecutable bit NX, stack smashing protector SSP, and address space layout randomization ASLR protection mechanisms, which could let a malicious user execute arbitrary code.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.5% (top 15%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-787 |
| Published | 2019-11-19 |
| 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-2014-5439?
sniffit: upgrade to newer than 0.3.7; debian linux: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2014-5439 being exploited?
CVE-2014-5439 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-2014-5439 affect?
CVE-2014-5439 affects sniffit, debian linux. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Multiple Stack-based Buffer Overflow vulnerabilities exists in Sniffit prior to 0.3.7 via a crafted configuration file that will bypass Non-eXecutable bit NX, stack smashing protector SSP, and address space layout randomization ASLR protect
How urgent is CVE-2014-5439?
Priority 59/100. High severity; Public exploit reference; On your watchlist