How severe is CVE-2015-6555?

CVE-2015-6555 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2015-6555 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2015-6555?

CVE-2015-6555 affects Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6555?

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-2015-6555 published?

CVE-2015-6555 was published on 2015-11-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-6555

CVE-2015-6555 is a high-severity vulnerability in Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.5. 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-94.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 8.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (84th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-94
Affected product: Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager
Published: 2015-11-12
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager (SEPM) 12.1 before 12.1-RU6-MP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java code by connecting to the console Java port.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-6555?: Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager (SEPM) 12.1 before 12.1-RU6-MP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java code by connecting to the console Java port.
How severe is CVE-2015-6555?: CVE-2015-6555 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-6555 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-6555?: CVE-2015-6555 affects Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6555?: 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-2015-6555 published?: CVE-2015-6555 was published on 2015-11-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:symantec:endpoint_protection_manager:*:ru6mp2:*:*:*:*:*:*

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