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CVE-2014-0160

CISA KEV

Published May 4, 2022 · Updated April 3, 2026

high
Official Description+

The TLS and DTLS implementations in OpenSSL do not properly handle Heartbeat Extension packets, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information.

Affected Products

VendorProduct
OpenSSLOpenSSL

Patch Status

Patch by 2022-05-25

Recommended Actions

  1. Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
  2. Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
  3. This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
  4. Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
  5. Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2014-0160.