CVE-2015-8253

Name: CVE-2015-8253
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-12-27T03:59:03.083+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.65%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-8253 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Frontel protocol before 3 on RSI Video Technologies Videofied devices sets up AES encryption but sends all traffic in cleartext, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive (1) message or (2) MJPEG video data by sniffing the network.. EPSS estimates a 0.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Frontel protocol before 3 on RSI Video Technologies Videofied devices sets up AES encryption but sends all traffic in cleartext, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive (1) message or (2) MJPEG video data by sniffing the network.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.65%

46.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Rsi Video Technologies	Frontel Protocol	<= 2.0

References

http://cybergibbons.com/alarms-2/multiple-serious-vulnerabilities-in-rsi-videofieds-alarm-protocol/Exploit
https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/792004Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://cybergibbons.com/alarms-2/multiple-serious-vulnerabilities-in-rsi-videofieds-alarm-protocol/Exploit
https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/792004Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Dec 27, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-8253?

How severe is CVE-2015-8253?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8253 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-8253?

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