CVE-2015-6261

Name: CVE-2015-6261
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-08-26T14:59:00.13+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.55%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-6261 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cisco TelePresence Video Communication Server (VCS) Expressway X8.5.2 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and read configuration files by leveraging the Mobile and Remote Access (MRA) role and establishing a TFTP session, aka Bug ID CSCuv78531.. EPSS estimates a 1.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cisco TelePresence Video Communication Server (VCS) Expressway X8.5.2 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and read configuration files by leveraging the Mobile and Remote Access (MRA) role and establishing a TFTP session, aka Bug ID CSCuv78531.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.55%

71.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Telepresence Video Communication Server Software	x8.5.2

References

http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/viewAlert.x?alertId=40620Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033379Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/viewAlert.x?alertId=40620Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033379Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Aug 26, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-6261?

How severe is CVE-2015-6261?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-6261 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6261?

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