PatchTheCVECVE-2015-1379: The signal handler implementations in socat before 1.7.3.0 and 2.0.0-b8 allow remote attackers to cause a deni
CVE-2015-1379 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting socat. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The signal handler implementations in socat before 1.7.3.0 and 2.0.0-b8 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process freeze or crash).
Why this priority
- High severity
- EPSS top 10%: very likely to be exploited
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 3.9% (top 10%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-20 |
| Published | 2017-06-08 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2015-1379?
socat: upgrade to newer than 1.7.2.4. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2015-1379 being exploited?
CVE-2015-1379 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2015-1379 affect?
CVE-2015-1379 affects socat. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). The signal handler implementations in socat before 1.7.3.0 and 2.0.0-b8 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process freeze or crash).
How urgent is CVE-2015-1379?
Priority 54/100. High severity; EPSS top 10%: very likely to be exploited; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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