PatchTheCVECVE-2015-4080: The Kankun Smart Socket device and mobile application uses a hardcoded AES 256 bit key, which makes it easier
CVE-2015-4080 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.8) affecting smartsocket. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Kankun Smart Socket device and mobile application uses a hardcoded AES 256 bit key, which makes it easier for remote attackers to (1) obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network and (2) obtain access to the device by encrypting messages.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.8 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.3% (top 16%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-310 |
| Published | 2015-06-09 |
| 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-2015-4080?
smartsocket: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2015-4080 being exploited?
CVE-2015-4080 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-2015-4080 affect?
CVE-2015-4080 affects smartsocket. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.8). The Kankun Smart Socket device and mobile application uses a hardcoded AES 256 bit key, which makes it easier for remote attackers to (1) obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network and (2) obtain access to the device by encrypting
How urgent is CVE-2015-4080?
Priority 45/100. No elevated risk signals yet.