CVE-2015-0971

Name: CVE-2015-0971
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-05-14T14:59:06.84+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.13%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-0971 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The DER parser in Suricata before 2.0.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors related to SSL/TLS certificates.. EPSS estimates a 1.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The DER parser in Suricata before 2.0.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors related to SSL/TLS certificates.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.13%

62.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-399

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Debian	Debian Linux	8.0
Openinfosecfoundation	Suricata	<= 2.0.7

References

http://suricata-ids.org/2015/05/06/suricata-2-0-8-available/Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3254
http://suricata-ids.org/2015/05/06/suricata-2-0-8-available/Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3254

Timeline

Published: May 14, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-0971?

The DER parser in Suricata before 2.0.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors related to SSL/TLS certificates.

How severe is CVE-2015-0971?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-0971 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-0971?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2015-0971?

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Source: NVD / NIST