CVE-2015-5198

CVE-2015-5198 is a high-severity vulnerability in Libvdpau Project Libvdpau 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-264.

Key facts

Description

libvdpau before 1.1.1, when used in a setuid or setgid application, allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors, related to the VDPAU_DRIVER_PATH environment variable.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-5198?
libvdpau before 1.1.1, when used in a setuid or setgid application, allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors, related to the VDPAU_DRIVER_PATH environment variable.
How severe is CVE-2015-5198?
CVE-2015-5198 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-5198 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (29th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-5198?
CVE-2015-5198 primarily affects Libvdpau Project Libvdpau. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5198?
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-2015-5198 published?
CVE-2015-5198 was published on 2015-09-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (4)

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