PatchTheCVECVE-2014-9156: The FileField module 6.x-3.x before 6.x-3.13 for Drupal does not properly check permissions to view files, whi
CVE-2014-9156 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.0) affecting filefield. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The FileField module 6.x-3.x before 6.x-3.13 for Drupal does not properly check permissions to view files, which allows remote authenticated users with permission to create or edit content to read private files by attaching an uploaded file.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 4.0 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.6% (top 24%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-200 |
| Published | 2014-12-01 |
| 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-2014-9156?
filefield: upgrade to newer than 6.x-3.12. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2014-9156 being exploited?
CVE-2014-9156 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-2014-9156 affect?
CVE-2014-9156 affects filefield. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.0). The FileField module 6.x-3.x before 6.x-3.13 for Drupal does not properly check permissions to view files, which allows remote authenticated users with permission to create or edit content to read private files by attaching an uploaded file
How urgent is CVE-2014-9156?
Priority 33/100. No elevated risk signals yet.