CVE-2016-8515

Name: CVE-2016-8515
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-02-15T22:29:00.623+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.96%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-8515 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A remote malicious file upload vulnerability in HPE Version Control Repository Manager (VCRM) was found. The problem impacts all versions prior to 7.6.. EPSS estimates a 1.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A remote malicious file upload vulnerability in HPE Version Control Repository Manager (VCRM) was found. The problem impacts all versions prior to 7.6.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.96%

77.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hp	Version Control Repository Manager	< 7.6

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94949Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037485Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://h20566.www2.hpe.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/kb/docDisplay?docId=emr_na-c05390722Vendor Advisory
https://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docId=emr_na-c05356363Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94949Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037485Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://h20566.www2.hpe.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/kb/docDisplay?docId=emr_na-c05390722Vendor Advisory
https://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docId=emr_na-c05356363Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 15, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-8515?

A remote malicious file upload vulnerability in HPE Version Control Repository Manager (VCRM) was found. The problem impacts all versions prior to 7.6.

How severe is CVE-2016-8515?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8515 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8515?

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-2016-8515?

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Source: NVD / NIST