How severe is CVE-2015-3449?

CVE-2015-3449 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2015-3449 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (41st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2015-3449?

CVE-2015-3449 affects Sap Afaria. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-3449?

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-2015-3449 published?

CVE-2015-3449 was published on 2015-07-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-3449

CVE-2015-3449 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sap Afaria 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-254.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (41st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-254
Affected product: Sap Afaria
Published: 2015-07-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The Windows client in SAP Afaria 7.0.6398.0 uses weak permissions (Everyone: read and Everyone: write) for the install folder, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse XeService.exe file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-3449?: The Windows client in SAP Afaria 7.0.6398.0 uses weak permissions (Everyone: read and Everyone: write) for the install folder, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse XeService.exe file.
How severe is CVE-2015-3449?: CVE-2015-3449 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-3449 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (41st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-3449?: CVE-2015-3449 affects Sap Afaria. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-3449?: 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-2015-3449 published?: CVE-2015-3449 was published on 2015-07-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:sap:afaria:7.0.6398.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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