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CVE-2014-6278

CISA KEV

Published October 2, 2025 · Updated April 3, 2026

high
Official Description+

GNU Bash contains an OS command injection vulnerability which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted environment.

Affected Products

VendorProduct
GNUGNU Bash

Patch Status

Patch by 2025-10-23

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-2014-6278.