CVE-2015-0693

Name: CVE-2015-0693
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-04-15T10:59:01.393+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.38%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-0693 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cisco Web Security Appliance (WSA) devices with software 8.5.0-ise-147 do not properly restrict use of the pickle Python module during certain tunnel-status checks, which allows local users to execute arbitrary Python code and gain privileges via a crafted pickle file, aka Bug ID CSCut39259.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cisco Web Security Appliance (WSA) devices with software 8.5.0-ise-147 do not properly restrict use of the pickle Python module during certain tunnel-status checks, which allows local users to execute arbitrary Python code and gain privileges via a crafted pickle file, aka Bug ID CSCut39259.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.38%

29.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Web Security Appliance	8.5_base

References

http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/viewAlert.x?alertId=38306Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1032097Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/viewAlert.x?alertId=38306Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1032097Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Apr 15, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-0693?

How severe is CVE-2015-0693?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-0693 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-0693?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST