CVE-2015-8262

CVE-2015-8262 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Buffalotech Airstation Extreme N600 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Buffalo WZR-600DHP2 devices with firmware 2.09, 2.13, and 2.16 use an improper algorithm for selecting the ID value in the header of a DNS query, which makes it easier for remote attackers to spoof responses by predicting this value.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-8262?
Buffalo WZR-600DHP2 devices with firmware 2.09, 2.13, and 2.16 use an improper algorithm for selecting the ID value in the header of a DNS query, which makes it easier for remote attackers to spoof responses by predicting this value.
How severe is CVE-2015-8262?
CVE-2015-8262 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.8, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2015-8262 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-8262?
CVE-2015-8262 primarily affects Buffalotech Airstation Extreme N600 Firmware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8262?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2015-8262 published?
CVE-2015-8262 was published on 2015-12-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (4)