How severe is CVE-2015-7289?

CVE-2015-7289 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.

Is CVE-2015-7289 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2015-7289?

CVE-2015-7289 primarily affects Arris Na Model 862 Gw Mono Firmware. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-7289?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2015-7289 published?

CVE-2015-7289 was published on 2015-11-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-7289

CVE-2015-7289 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Arris Na Model 862 Gw Mono Firmware with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. 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-255.

Key facts

Severity: Critical (CVSS 2.0 base score 9.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (79th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-255
Affected product: Arris Na Model 862 Gw Mono Firmware
Published: 2015-11-21
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Arris DG860A, TG862A, and TG862G devices with firmware TS0703128_100611 through TS0705125D_031115 have a hardcoded administrator password derived from a serial number, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via the web management interface, SSH, TELNET, or SNMP.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-7289?: Arris DG860A, TG862A, and TG862G devices with firmware TS0703128_100611 through TS0705125D_031115 have a hardcoded administrator password derived from a serial number, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via the web management interface, SSH, TELNET, or SNMP.
How severe is CVE-2015-7289?: CVE-2015-7289 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2015-7289 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-7289?: CVE-2015-7289 primarily affects Arris Na Model 862 Gw Mono Firmware. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7289?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2015-7289 published?: CVE-2015-7289 was published on 2015-11-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/419568

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:o:arris:na_model_862_gw_mono_firmware:ts070593c_073013:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:arris:na_model_862_gw_mono_firmware:ts0703128_100611:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:arris:na_model_862_gw_mono_firmware:ts0703135_112211:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:arris:na_model_862_gw_mono_firmware:ts0705125_062314:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:arris:na_model_862_gw_mono_firmware:ts0705125d_031115:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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