CVE-2015-8761

CVE-2015-8761 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Values Project Values with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.0. 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-94.

Key facts

Description

The Values module 7.x-1.x before 7.x-1.2 for Drupal does not properly check permissions, which allows remote administrators with the "Import value sets" permission to execute arbitrary PHP code via the exported values list in a ctools import.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-8761?
The Values module 7.x-1.x before 7.x-1.2 for Drupal does not properly check permissions, which allows remote administrators with the "Import value sets" permission to execute arbitrary PHP code via the exported values list in a ctools import.
How severe is CVE-2015-8761?
CVE-2015-8761 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.0, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2015-8761 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-8761?
CVE-2015-8761 primarily affects Values Project Values. In total, 10 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8761?
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-2015-8761 published?
CVE-2015-8761 was published on 2016-01-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (10)

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