CVE-2015-6316

Name: CVE-2015-6316
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-11-06T11:59:04.777+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.40%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-6316 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The default configuration of sshd_config in Cisco Mobility Services Engine (MSE) through 8.0.120.7 allows logins by the oracle account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access by entering this account's hardcoded password in an SSH session, aka Bug ID CSCuv40501.. EPSS estimates a 2.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The default configuration of sshd_config in Cisco Mobility Services Engine (MSE) through 8.0.120.7 allows logins by the oracle account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access by entering this account's hardcoded password in an SSH session, aka Bug ID CSCuv40501.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.40%

81.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-255

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	5.1_base
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	5.2_base
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	6.0_base
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	7.0_base
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	7.4.100.0
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	7.4.110.0
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	7.4.121.0
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	7.4_base
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	7.5.102.101
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	7.6.100.0
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	7.6.120.0
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	7.6.132.0
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	8.0\(110.0\)
Cisco	Mobility Services Engine	8.0_base

References

http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20151104-mse-credMitigation, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77432Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034065Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20151104-mse-credMitigation, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77432Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034065Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Nov 6, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-6316?

How severe is CVE-2015-6316?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-6316 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6316?

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