CVE-2015-5611
CVE-2015-5611 is a high-severity vulnerability in Fca Uconnect with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.3. 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 8.3)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (75th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Fca Uconnect
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Unspecified vulnerability in Uconnect before 15.26.1, as used in certain Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) from 2013 to 2015 models, allows remote attackers in the same cellular network to control vehicle movement, cause human harm or physical damage, or modify dashboard settings via vectors related to modification of entertainment-system firmware and access of the CAN bus due to insufficient "Radio security protection," as demonstrated on a 2014 Jeep Cherokee Limited FWD.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2015-5611?
- Unspecified vulnerability in Uconnect before 15.26.1, as used in certain Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) from 2013 to 2015 models, allows remote attackers in the same cellular network to control vehicle movement, cause human harm or physical damage, or modify dashboard settings via vectors related to modification of entertainment-system firmware and access of the CAN bus due to insufficient "Radio security protection," as demonstrated on a 2014 Jeep Cherokee Limited FWD.
- How severe is CVE-2015-5611?
- CVE-2015-5611 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.3, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2015-5611 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2015-5611?
- CVE-2015-5611 affects Fca Uconnect. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2015-5611?
- 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-2015-5611 published?
- CVE-2015-5611 was published on 2015-07-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://blog.fcanorthamerica.com/2015/07/22/unhacking-the-hacked-jeep/
- http://media.fcanorthamerica.com/newsrelease.do?id=16827&mid=1
- http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/jaxrs/download/doc/UCM483033/RCAK-15V461-4967.pdf
- http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/jaxrs/download/doc/UCM483036/RCLRPT-15V461-9407.pdf
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/75993
- http://www.wired.com/2015/07/hackers-remotely-kill-jeep-highway/
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-15-260-01
- https://twitter.com/0xcharlie/status/623171594349842433
- https://twitter.com/0xcharlie/status/623195051296993280
- https://twitter.com/0xcharlie/status/623258479730552832
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MK0SrxBC1xs&feature=youtu.be
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:fca:uconnect:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*