CVE-2015-6923

CVE-2015-6923 is a high-severity vulnerability in Vboxcomm Satellite Express Protocol 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.

Key facts

Description

The ndvbs module in VBox Communications Satellite Express Protocol 2.3.17.3 allows local users to write to arbitrary physical memory locations and gain privileges via a 0x00000ffd ioctl call.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-6923?
The ndvbs module in VBox Communications Satellite Express Protocol 2.3.17.3 allows local users to write to arbitrary physical memory locations and gain privileges via a 0x00000ffd ioctl call.
How severe is CVE-2015-6923?
CVE-2015-6923 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-6923 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (56th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-6923?
CVE-2015-6923 affects Vboxcomm Satellite Express Protocol. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6923?
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-2015-6923 published?
CVE-2015-6923 was published on 2015-09-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)