CVE-2015-5621: exploitation status and patch state

CVE-2015-5621 · CVSS 7.5 HIGH · EPSS 40%

The snmp_pdu_parse function in snmp_api.c in net-snmp 5.7.2 and earlier does not remove the varBind variable in a netsnmp_variable_list item when parsing of the SNMP PDU fails, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted packet.

Is CVE-2015-5621 exploited?

Which products and versions are affected?

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Is there a patch?

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KEV and EPSS are re-checked daily. Record last updated 2026-08-11.