CVE-2015-2794

Name: CVE-2015-2794
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-06T15:59:00.137+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 74.55%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-2794 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The installation wizard in DotNetNuke (DNN) before 7.4.1 allows remote attackers to reinstall the application and gain SuperUser access via a direct request to Install/InstallWizard.aspx.. EPSS estimates a 74.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The installation wizard in DotNetNuke (DNN) before 7.4.1 allows remote attackers to reinstall the application and gain SuperUser access via a direct request to Install/InstallWizard.aspx.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

74.55%

99.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Dnnsoftware	Dotnetnuke	<= 07.04.00

References

http://www.dnnsoftware.com/community-blog/cid/155198/workaround-for-potential-security-issueMitigation, Vendor Advisory
http://www.dnnsoftware.com/community/security/security-centerPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96373
https://dotnetnuke.codeplex.com/releases/view/615317Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39777/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.dnnsoftware.com/community-blog/cid/155198/workaround-for-potential-security-issueMitigation, Vendor Advisory
http://www.dnnsoftware.com/community/security/security-centerPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96373
https://dotnetnuke.codeplex.com/releases/view/615317Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39777/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Feb 6, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-2794?

The installation wizard in DotNetNuke (DNN) before 7.4.1 allows remote attackers to reinstall the application and gain SuperUser access via a direct request to Install/InstallWizard.aspx.

How severe is CVE-2015-2794?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-2794 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 74.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2794?

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-2015-2794?

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Source: NVD / NIST