How severe is CVE-2015-2597?

CVE-2015-2597 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2015-2597 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2015-2597?

CVE-2015-2597 primarily affects Oracle Jdk. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2597?

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-2015-2597 published?

CVE-2015-2597 was published on 2015-07-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-2597

CVE-2015-2597 is a high-severity vulnerability in Oracle Jdk 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.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (33rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Oracle Jdk
Published: 2015-07-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 7u80 and 8u45 allows local users to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Install.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-2597?: Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 7u80 and 8u45 allows local users to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Install.
How severe is CVE-2015-2597?: CVE-2015-2597 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-2597 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-2597?: CVE-2015-2597 primarily affects Oracle Jdk. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2597?: 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-2015-2597 published?: CVE-2015-2597 was published on 2015-07-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:oracle:jdk:1.7.0:update80:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:jdk:1.8.0:update45:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:jre:1.7.0:update_80:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:jre:1.8.0:update_45:*:*:*:*:*:*

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