How severe is CVE-2015-7986?

CVE-2015-7986 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2015-7986 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2015-7986?

CVE-2015-7986 affects Sap Hana. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-7986?

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-2015-7986 published?

CVE-2015-7986 was published on 2015-10-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-7986

CVE-2015-7986 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sap Hana with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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-119.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (93rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-119
Affected product: Sap Hana
Published: 2015-10-27
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The index server (hdbindexserver) in SAP HANA 1.00.095 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via an HTTP request, aka SAP Security Note 2197428.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-7986?: The index server (hdbindexserver) in SAP HANA 1.00.095 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via an HTTP request, aka SAP Security Note 2197428.
How severe is CVE-2015-7986?: CVE-2015-7986 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-7986 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-7986?: CVE-2015-7986 affects Sap Hana. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7986?: 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-2015-7986 published?: CVE-2015-7986 was published on 2015-10-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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