How severe is CVE-2015-5685?

CVE-2015-5685 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2015-5685 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2015-5685?

CVE-2015-5685 affects Bittorrent Bootstrap-dht. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-5685?

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-2015-5685 published?

CVE-2015-5685 was published on 2015-08-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-5685

CVE-2015-5685 is a high-severity vulnerability in Bittorrent Bootstrap-dht with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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-20.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (92nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-20
Affected product: Bittorrent Bootstrap-dht
Published: 2015-08-13
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The lazy_bdecode function in BitTorrent DHT bootstrap server (bootstrap-dht ) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted packet, related to "improper indexing."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-5685?: The lazy_bdecode function in BitTorrent DHT bootstrap server (bootstrap-dht ) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted packet, related to "improper indexing."
How severe is CVE-2015-5685?: CVE-2015-5685 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-5685 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-5685?: CVE-2015-5685 affects Bittorrent Bootstrap-dht. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5685?: 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-2015-5685 published?: CVE-2015-5685 was published on 2015-08-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:bittorrent:bootstrap-dht:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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