CVE-2015-5685

Name: CVE-2015-5685
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-08-13T14:59:09.827+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 5.51%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-5685 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The lazy_bdecode function in BitTorrent DHT bootstrap server (bootstrap-dht ) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted packet, related to "improper indexing.". EPSS estimates a 5.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The lazy_bdecode function in BitTorrent DHT bootstrap server (bootstrap-dht ) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted packet, related to "improper indexing."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.51%

91.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Bittorrent	Bootstrap-Dht	All versions

References

Timeline

Published: Aug 13, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-5685?

The lazy_bdecode function in BitTorrent DHT bootstrap server (bootstrap-dht ) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted packet, related to "improper indexing."

How severe is CVE-2015-5685?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-5685 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-5685?

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Source: NVD / NIST