How severe is CVE-2015-0179?

CVE-2015-0179 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2015-0179 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2015-0179?

CVE-2015-0179 primarily affects Ibm Domino. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-0179?

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-2015-0179 published?

CVE-2015-0179 was published on 2015-04-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-0179

CVE-2015-0179 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Domino with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (62nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Ibm Domino
Published: 2015-04-06
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Notes System Diagnostic (NSD) in IBM Domino 8.5.x before 8.5.3 FP6 IF6 and 9.x before 9.0.1 FP3 IF1 allows local users to obtain the System privilege via unspecified vectors, aka SPR TCHL9SST8V.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-0179?: Notes System Diagnostic (NSD) in IBM Domino 8.5.x before 8.5.3 FP6 IF6 and 9.x before 9.0.1 FP3 IF1 allows local users to obtain the System privilege via unspecified vectors, aka SPR TCHL9SST8V.
How severe is CVE-2015-0179?: CVE-2015-0179 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-0179 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-0179?: CVE-2015-0179 primarily affects Ibm Domino. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0179?: 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-2015-0179 published?: CVE-2015-0179 was published on 2015-04-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:a:ibm:domino:8.5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:domino:8.5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:domino:8.5.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:domino:8.5.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:domino:9.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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