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5.0

EspoCRM before 2.6.0 lets attackers reinstall app remotely

CVE-2014-7986 · published 12 years ago
Summary

The installation script in older versions of EspoCRM can be tricked into running a reinstall process from anywhere on the internet. An attacker could reset the system, change configurations, or gain further access. Update EspoCRM to version 2.6.0 or later to close this gap.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
espocrm espocrm <= 2.5.2
cpe:2.3:a:espocrm:espocrm:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
install/index.php in EspoCRM before 2.6.0 allows remote attackers to re-install the application via a 1 value in the installProcess parameter.
install/index.php in EspoCRM before 2.6.0 allows remote attackers to re-install the application via a 1 value in the installProcess parameter.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.0 Medium
Exploitation
3% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-264Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls
Timeline
Published31 Oct 2014
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2014-7986 · NVD
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