How severe is CVE-2015-3959?

CVE-2015-3959 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2015-3959 being actively exploited?

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

What products are affected by CVE-2015-3959?

CVE-2015-3959 primarily affects Garrettcom Magnum 10k Firmware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-3959?

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-2015-3959 published?

CVE-2015-3959 was published on 2015-08-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-3959

CVE-2015-3959 is a high-severity vulnerability in Garrettcom Magnum 10k Firmware 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% (30th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Garrettcom Magnum 10k Firmware
Published: 2015-08-04
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The firmware in MNS before 4.5.6 on Belden GarrettCom Magnum 6K and Magnum 10K switches has a hardcoded serial-console password for a privileged account, which might allow physically proximate attackers to obtain access by establishing a console session to a nonstandard installation on which this account is enabled, and leveraging knowledge of this password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-3959?: The firmware in MNS before 4.5.6 on Belden GarrettCom Magnum 6K and Magnum 10K switches has a hardcoded serial-console password for a privileged account, which might allow physically proximate attackers to obtain access by establishing a console session to a nonstandard installation on which this account is enabled, and leveraging knowledge of this password.
How severe is CVE-2015-3959?: CVE-2015-3959 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-3959 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-3959?: CVE-2015-3959 primarily affects Garrettcom Magnum 10k Firmware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-3959?: 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-2015-3959 published?: CVE-2015-3959 was published on 2015-08-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:garrettcom:magnum_10k_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:garrettcom:magnum_6k_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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