CVE-2015-1776

Name: CVE-2015-1776
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-04-19T21:59:02.1+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.32%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-1776 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Apache Hadoop 2.6.x encrypts intermediate data generated by a MapReduce job and stores it along with the encryption key in a credentials file on disk when the Intermediate data encryption feature is enabled, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading the file.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Apache Hadoop 2.6.x encrypts intermediate data generated by a MapReduce job and stores it along with the encryption key in a credentials file on disk when the Intermediate data encryption feature is enabled, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading the file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.32%

23.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apache	Hadoop	2.6.0
Apache	Hadoop	2.6.1
Apache	Hadoop	2.6.2
Apache	Hadoop	2.6.3
Apache	Hadoop	2.6.4

References

Timeline

Published: Apr 19, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-1776?

How severe is CVE-2015-1776?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-1776 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-1776?

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