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CVE-2015-9246: An issue was discovered in Skybox Platform before 7.5.201.

An issue was discovered in Skybox Platform before 7.5.201. Remote Unauthenticated Code Execution exists via a WAR archive containing a JSP file. The WAR file is sent to /skyboxview-softwareupdate/services/CollectorSoftwareUpdate and the JSP file is reached at /opt/skyboxview/thirdparty/jboss/server/web/work/jboss.web/localhost.

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Plain-English summary

Skybox Platform before 7.5.201 allowed remote, unauthenticated code execution through its software update service. In business terms, an exposed vulnerable system could let an attacker run server-side code without logging in. The provided sources do not show active exploitation or KEV listing.

Executive priority

Treat this as urgent for any Skybox Platform instance before 7.5.201, particularly if externally reachable. The impact is potentially full server compromise, but exploitation evidence is not established in the provided sources.

Technical view

CVE-2015-9246 describes unauthenticated RCE in Skybox Platform before 7.5.201 via a WAR archive containing a JSP file submitted to the CollectorSoftwareUpdate service. The CVE description names the deployed JSP location under the bundled JBoss web work directory. No CVSS, CWE, or confirmed exploitation data is provided.

Likely exposure

Exposure is limited to Skybox Platform deployments before 7.5.201, especially where the software update service is reachable from untrusted networks. The source bundle does not provide CPEs, affected vendor metadata, or deployment prevalence.

Exploitation context

The issue involves unauthenticated upload and execution of server-side web content through a software update endpoint. The bundle does not cite public exploitation, weaponized tooling, or active attacks, and KEV is false.

Researcher notes

The record is sparse: no CVSS vector, CWE, CPE, or detailed fixed-version advisory text is included beyond “before 7.5.201.” Use the SEC Consult advisory and CVE record as grounding, and avoid assuming affected variants beyond Skybox Platform.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade Skybox Platform to 7.5.201 or a later vendor-supported fixed release.
  • Restrict access to Skybox software update services to trusted administrative networks.
  • Review vendor advisory guidance before applying compensating controls.
  • Investigate exposed or internet-reachable Skybox Platform instances urgently.
  • Remove unexpected deployed JSP or WAR artifacts only through validated incident response procedures.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Skybox Platform deployments and record exact installed versions.
  • Flag any instance running a version before 7.5.201.
  • Verify whether the CollectorSoftwareUpdate service is reachable from untrusted networks.
  • Review application and web logs for unexpected software update requests.
  • Inspect affected servers for unauthorized JSP or WAR artifacts if compromise is suspected.
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Confidence
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