CVE-2015-1985

Name: CVE-2015-1985
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-01-03T00:59:01.083+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.23%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-1985 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The queue manager on IBM MQ M2000 appliances before 8.0.0.4 allows local users to bypass an intended password requirement and read private keys by leveraging the existence of a stash file.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The queue manager on IBM MQ M2000 appliances before 8.0.0.4 allows local users to bypass an intended password requirement and read private keys by leveraging the existence of a stash file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.23%

13.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-284

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Mq Appliance M2000	<= 8.0.0.3

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21971445Vendor Advisory
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21971445Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 3, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-1985?

The queue manager on IBM MQ M2000 appliances before 8.0.0.4 allows local users to bypass an intended password requirement and read private keys by leveraging the existence of a stash file.

How severe is CVE-2015-1985?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-1985 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-1985?

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-2015-1985?

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Source: NVD / NIST