How severe is CVE-2015-6296?

CVE-2015-6296 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2015-6296 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-2015-6296?

CVE-2015-6296 primarily affects Cisco Prime Network Registrar. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6296?

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-2015-6296 published?

CVE-2015-6296 was published on 2015-09-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-6296

CVE-2015-6296 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Prime Network Registrar 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (30th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Cisco Prime Network Registrar
Published: 2015-09-18
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Cisco Prime Network Registrar (CPNR) 8.1(3.3), 8.2(3), and 8.3(2) has a default account, which allows local users to obtain root access by leveraging knowledge of the credentials, aka Bug ID CSCuw21825.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-6296?: Cisco Prime Network Registrar (CPNR) 8.1(3.3), 8.2(3), and 8.3(2) has a default account, which allows local users to obtain root access by leveraging knowledge of the credentials, aka Bug ID CSCuw21825.
How severe is CVE-2015-6296?: CVE-2015-6296 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-6296 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-2015-6296?: CVE-2015-6296 primarily affects Cisco Prime Network Registrar. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6296?: 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-2015-6296 published?: CVE-2015-6296 was published on 2015-09-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:cisco:prime_network_registrar:8.1.3.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:prime_network_registrar:8.2.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:prime_network_registrar:8.3.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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