How severe is CVE-2014-5232?

CVE-2014-5232 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2014-5232 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (28th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-5232?

CVE-2014-5232 affects Siemens Simatic Wincc Sm@rtclient. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-5232?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2014-5232 published?

CVE-2014-5232 was published on 2015-01-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-5232

CVE-2014-5232 is a low-severity vulnerability in Siemens Simatic Wincc Sm@rtclient with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 1.9)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (28th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Siemens Simatic Wincc Sm@rtclient
Published: 2015-01-14
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The Siemens SIMATIC WinCC Sm@rtClient app before 1.0.2 for iOS allows local users to bypass an intended application-password requirement by leveraging the running of the app in the background state.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-5232?: The Siemens SIMATIC WinCC Sm@rtClient app before 1.0.2 for iOS allows local users to bypass an intended application-password requirement by leveraging the running of the app in the background state.
How severe is CVE-2014-5232?: CVE-2014-5232 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2014-5232 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (28th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-5232?: CVE-2014-5232 affects Siemens Simatic Wincc Sm@rtclient. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5232?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2014-5232 published?: CVE-2014-5232 was published on 2015-01-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:siemens:simatic_wincc_sm\@rtclient:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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