CVE-2015-5377: Critical severity elastic vulnerability
DISPUTED Elasticsearch before 1.6.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors involving the transport protocol. NOTE: ZDI appears to claim that CVE-2015-3253 and CVE-2015-5377 are the same vulnerability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-5377?
CVE-2015-5377 is a vulnerability in Elasticsearch before version 1.6.1 that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5377?
The severity of CVE-2015-5377 is classified as critical, with a severity value of 9.8.
How does CVE-2015-5377 affect Elasticsearch?
CVE-2015-5377 affects Elasticsearch versions prior to 1.6.1.
How can I fix CVE-2015-5377?
To fix CVE-2015-5377, it is recommended to upgrade Elasticsearch to version 1.6.1 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2015-5377?
For more information about CVE-2015-5377, you can refer to the following references: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/75938), [Zero Day Initiative](http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-15-365/), and [Elasticsearch Discussion Forum](https://discuss.elastic.co/t/elasticsearch-remote-code-execution-cve-2015-5377/25736).