How severe is CVE-2014-1697?

CVE-2014-1697 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-1697 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-1697?

CVE-2014-1697 affects Siemens Simatic Wincc Open Architecture. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-1697?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2014-1697 published?

CVE-2014-1697 was published on 2014-02-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-1697

CVE-2014-1697 is a high-severity vulnerability in Siemens Simatic Wincc Open Architecture with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 5% (92nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Siemens Simatic Wincc Open Architecture
Published: 2014-02-07
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The integrated web server in Siemens SIMATIC WinCC OA before 3.12 P002 January allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted packets to TCP port 4999.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-1697?: The integrated web server in Siemens SIMATIC WinCC OA before 3.12 P002 January allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted packets to TCP port 4999.
How severe is CVE-2014-1697?: CVE-2014-1697 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-1697 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-1697?: CVE-2014-1697 affects Siemens Simatic Wincc Open Architecture. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1697?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2014-1697 published?: CVE-2014-1697 was published on 2014-02-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc_open_architecture:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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