CVE-2015-0972

Name: CVE-2015-0972
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-06-23T16:59:01.17+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.36%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-0972 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Pearson ProctorCache before 2015.1.17 uses the same hardcoded password across different customers' installations, which allows remote attackers to modify test metadata or cause a denial of service (test disruption) by leveraging knowledge of this password.. EPSS estimates a 1.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Pearson ProctorCache before 2015.1.17 uses the same hardcoded password across different customers' installations, which allows remote attackers to modify test metadata or cause a denial of service (test disruption) by leveraging knowledge of this password.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.36%

68.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-255

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Pearson	Proctorcache	<= 2015.1.16

References

http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/626420Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/626420Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Jun 23, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-0972?

How severe is CVE-2015-0972?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-0972 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-0972?

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