How severe is CVE-2015-0839?

CVE-2015-0839 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2015-0839 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2015-0839?

CVE-2015-0839 affects Hp Linux Imaging And Printing. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-0839?

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-2015-0839 published?

CVE-2015-0839 was published on 2017-08-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-0839

CVE-2015-0839 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Linux Imaging And Printing with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1. 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-320.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.1)
CVSS v2: 6.8
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (93rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-320
Affected product: Hp Linux Imaging And Printing
Published: 2017-08-02
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The hp-plugin utility in HP Linux Imaging and Printing (HPLIP) makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging use of a short GPG key id from a keyserver to verify print plugin downloads.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-0839?: The hp-plugin utility in HP Linux Imaging and Printing (HPLIP) makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging use of a short GPG key id from a keyserver to verify print plugin downloads.
How severe is CVE-2015-0839?: CVE-2015-0839 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2015-0839 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-0839?: CVE-2015-0839 affects Hp Linux Imaging And Printing. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0839?: 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-2015-0839 published?: CVE-2015-0839 was published on 2017-08-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:hp:linux_imaging_and_printing:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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