CVE-2015-7856

Name: CVE-2015-7856
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-10-16T20:59:17.843+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.45%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-7856 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. OpenNMS has a default password of rtc for the rtc account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access by leveraging knowledge of the credentials.. EPSS estimates a 2.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

OpenNMS has a default password of rtc for the rtc account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access by leveraging knowledge of the credentials.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.45%

82.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-255

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Opennms	Opennms	All versions

References

http://www.opennms.org/wiki/CVE-2015-0975Vendor Advisory
http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/auxiliary/gather/opennms_xxeExploit
http://www.opennms.org/wiki/CVE-2015-0975Vendor Advisory
http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/auxiliary/gather/opennms_xxeExploit

Timeline

Published: Oct 16, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-7856?

OpenNMS has a default password of rtc for the rtc account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access by leveraging knowledge of the credentials.

How severe is CVE-2015-7856?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-7856 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-7856?

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-2015-7856?

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Source: NVD / NIST