Is CVE-2015-4852 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2015-4852 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2015-4852 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2015-4852 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2015-4852?

CVE-2015-4852 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2015-4852

Published: November 3, 2021

EPSS:92.72%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.7th

Official Description

Oracle WebLogic Server contains a deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability within Apache Commons, which can allow for for remote code execution.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Oracle WebLogic Server Deserialization of Untrusted Data Vulnerability

Oracle WebLogic Server contains a deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability within Apache Commons, which can allow for for remote code execution.

Added to KEV: 2021-11-03Federal patch deadline: 2022-05-03

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

This vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server allows for remote code execution due to a flaw in how it handles untrusted data, specifically within Apache Commons. Given its high EPSS score of 0.92721 and inclusion in CISA's KEV, this vulnerability is highly likely to be exploited and poses a significant risk.

Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild, and it is confirmed to be in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. This indicates a critical and immediate threat.

Recommended Action

Organizations should apply the latest security patches and updates for Oracle WebLogic Server to address this deserialization vulnerability. Implement robust input validation and deserialization best practices to prevent similar issues.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2015-4852 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2015-4852 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.