CVE-2015-7539

Name: CVE-2015-7539
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-02-03T18:59:03.9+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.40%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-7539 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Plugins Manager in Jenkins before 1.640 and LTS before 1.625.2 does not verify checksums for plugin files referenced in update site data, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted plugin.. EPSS estimates a 1.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Plugins Manager in Jenkins before 1.640 and LTS before 1.625.2 does not verify checksums for plugin files referenced in update site data, which makes it easier for man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted plugin.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.40%

68.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-345

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Jenkins	Jenkins	<= 1.639
Jenkins	Jenkins	<= 1.625.1
Redhat	Openshift	2.0
Redhat	Openshift	3.1

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 3, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-7539?

How severe is CVE-2015-7539?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-7539 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-7539?

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