How severe is CVE-2015-7818?

CVE-2015-7818 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2015-7818 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (35th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2015-7818?

CVE-2015-7818 primarily affects Ibm System Networking Switch Center. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-7818?

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-2015-7818 published?

CVE-2015-7818 was published on 2015-11-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-7818

CVE-2015-7818 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm System Networking Switch Center 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% (35th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Ibm System Networking Switch Center
Published: 2015-11-12
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The administration-panel web service in IBM System Networking Switch Center (SNSC) before 7.3.1.5 and Lenovo Switch Center before 8.1.2.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary JSP code with SYSTEM privileges by using the Apache Axis AdminService deployment method to install a .jsp file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-7818?: The administration-panel web service in IBM System Networking Switch Center (SNSC) before 7.3.1.5 and Lenovo Switch Center before 8.1.2.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary JSP code with SYSTEM privileges by using the Apache Axis AdminService deployment method to install a .jsp file.
How severe is CVE-2015-7818?: CVE-2015-7818 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-7818 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (35th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-7818?: CVE-2015-7818 primarily affects Ibm System Networking Switch Center. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7818?: 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-2015-7818 published?: CVE-2015-7818 was published on 2015-11-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:ibm:system_networking_switch_center:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:lenovo:switch_center:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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