CVE-2015-8564

Name: CVE-2015-8564
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-12-16T21:59:08.86+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.64%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-8564 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in Joomla! 3.4.x before 3.4.6 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via directory traversal sequences in the XML install file in an extension package archive.. EPSS estimates a 2.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in Joomla! 3.4.x before 3.4.6 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via directory traversal sequences in the XML install file in an extension package archive.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.64%

83.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.0
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.1
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.3
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.4
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.5

References

https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/634-20151214-core-directory-traversal.htmlVendor Advisory
https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/634-20151214-core-directory-traversal.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-8564?

How severe is CVE-2015-8564?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8564 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-8564?

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