CVE-2015-8257
CVE-2015-8257 is a high-severity vulnerability in Axis Network Camera Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 18% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-77.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 9.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 18% (97th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-77
- Affected product: Axis Network Camera Firmware
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The devtools.sh script in AXIS network cameras allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the app parameter to (1) app_license.shtml, (2) app_license_custom.shtml, (3) app_index.shtml, or (4) app_params.shtml.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2015-8257?
- The devtools.sh script in AXIS network cameras allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the app parameter to (1) app_license.shtml, (2) app_license_custom.shtml, (3) app_index.shtml, or (4) app_params.shtml.
- How severe is CVE-2015-8257?
- CVE-2015-8257 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2015-8257 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 18% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2015-8257?
- CVE-2015-8257 affects Axis Network Camera Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2015-8257?
- 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-2015-8257 published?
- CVE-2015-8257 was published on 2017-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138083/AXIS-Authenticated-Remote-Command-Execution.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92159
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40171/
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:axis:network_camera_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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- CVE-2015-8256 — Medium (CVSS 6.1): Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Axis network cameras.
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