How severe is CVE-2007-5152?

CVE-2007-5152 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-5152 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-5152?

CVE-2007-5152 primarily affects Sun Java System Access Manager. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5152?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2007-5152 published?

CVE-2007-5152 was published on 2007-10-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-5152

CVE-2007-5152 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Java System Access Manager with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-287.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (85th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Sun Java System Access Manager
Published: 2007-10-01
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Sun Java System Access Manager 7.1, when installed in a Sun Java System Application Server 9.1 container, does not demand authentication after a container restart, which allows remote attackers to perform administrative tasks.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-5152?: Sun Java System Access Manager 7.1, when installed in a Sun Java System Application Server 9.1 container, does not demand authentication after a container restart, which allows remote attackers to perform administrative tasks.
How severe is CVE-2007-5152?: CVE-2007-5152 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-5152 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-5152?: CVE-2007-5152 primarily affects Sun Java System Access Manager. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5152?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-5152 published?: CVE-2007-5152 was published on 2007-10-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_access_manager:7.1:*:hp-ux:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_access_manager:7.1:*:linux:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_access_manager:7.1:*:solaris_sparc:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_access_manager:7.1:*:solaris_x86:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_access_manager:7.1:*:windows:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_application_server:9.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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