CVE-2015-8220

Name: CVE-2015-8220
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-11-17T15:59:21.633+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.85%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-8220 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the URI handler in DWRCC.exe in SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control before 12.0 HotFix 1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted commandline argument in a link.. EPSS estimates a 4.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the URI handler in DWRCC.exe in SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control before 12.0 HotFix 1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted commandline argument in a link.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.85%

90.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Solarwinds	Dameware Mini Remote Control	<= 12.0

References

http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-15-555
https://thwack.solarwinds.com/message/308973Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-15-555
https://thwack.solarwinds.com/message/308973Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-8220?

How severe is CVE-2015-8220?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8220 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-8220?

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