CVE-2015-6531
CVE-2015-6531 is a high-severity vulnerability in Paloaltonetworks Pan-os with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-94.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 9.3
- EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (85th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-94
- Affected product: Paloaltonetworks Pan-os
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Palo Alto Networks Panorama VM Appliance with PAN-OS before 6.0.1 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary Python code via a crafted firmware image file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2015-6531?
- Palo Alto Networks Panorama VM Appliance with PAN-OS before 6.0.1 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary Python code via a crafted firmware image file.
- How severe is CVE-2015-6531?
- CVE-2015-6531 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2015-6531 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2015-6531?
- CVE-2015-6531 affects Paloaltonetworks Pan-os. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2015-6531?
- 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-2015-6531 published?
- CVE-2015-6531 was published on 2017-06-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:paloaltonetworks:pan-os:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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