Is CVE-2015-8258 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2015-8258, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2015-8258 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2015-8258 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2015-8258?

CVE-2015-8258 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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CVE-2015-8258

CWE-74Published: April 10, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

AXIS Communications products with firmware through 5.80.x allow remote attackers to modify arbitrary files as root via vectors involving Open Script Editor, aka a "resource injection vulnerability."

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2015-8258 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in full integrity compromise (data manipulation), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2015-8258. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.