CVE-2015-5167

Name: CVE-2015-5167
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-04-12T14:59:01.177+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.93%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-5167 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Policy Admin Tool in Apache Ranger before 0.5.1 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions via the REST API.. EPSS estimates a 1.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Policy Admin Tool in Apache Ranger before 0.5.1 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions via the REST API.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.93%

77.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apache	Ranger	<= 0.5.0

References

Timeline

Published: Apr 12, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-5167?

The Policy Admin Tool in Apache Ranger before 0.5.1 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions via the REST API.

How severe is CVE-2015-5167?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-5167 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-5167?

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-2015-5167?

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Source: NVD / NIST