How severe is CVE-2015-4080?

CVE-2015-4080 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2015-4080 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2015-4080?

CVE-2015-4080 affects Kankun Smartsocket. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-4080?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2015-4080 published?

CVE-2015-4080 was published on 2015-06-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-4080

CVE-2015-4080 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Kankun Smartsocket with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8. 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-310.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 6.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (82nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-310
Affected product: Kankun Smartsocket
Published: 2015-06-09
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The Kankun Smart Socket device and mobile application uses a hardcoded AES 256 bit key, which makes it easier for remote attackers to (1) obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network and (2) obtain access to the device by encrypting messages.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-4080?: The Kankun Smart Socket device and mobile application uses a hardcoded AES 256 bit key, which makes it easier for remote attackers to (1) obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network and (2) obtain access to the device by encrypting messages.
How severe is CVE-2015-4080?: CVE-2015-4080 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2015-4080 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-4080?: CVE-2015-4080 affects Kankun Smartsocket. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-4080?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2015-4080 published?: CVE-2015-4080 was published on 2015-06-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:h:kankun:smartsocket:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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