How severe is CVE-2015-5698?

CVE-2015-5698 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2015-5698 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2015-5698?

CVE-2015-5698 primarily affects Siemens Simatic S7 1200 Cpu Firmware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2015-5698?

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-2015-5698 published?

CVE-2015-5698 was published on 2015-08-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2015-5698

CVE-2015-5698 is a high-severity vulnerability in Siemens Simatic S7 1200 Cpu Firmware 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-352.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-352
Affected product: Siemens Simatic S7 1200 Cpu Firmware
Published: 2015-08-30
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in the web server on Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU devices with firmware before 4.1.3 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of unspecified victims via unknown vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-5698?: Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in the web server on Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 CPU devices with firmware before 4.1.3 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of unspecified victims via unknown vectors.
How severe is CVE-2015-5698?: CVE-2015-5698 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-5698 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-5698?: CVE-2015-5698 primarily affects Siemens Simatic S7 1200 Cpu Firmware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5698?: 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-2015-5698 published?: CVE-2015-5698 was published on 2015-08-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:siemens:simatic_s7_1200_cpu_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:siemens:simatic_s7_1200_cpu:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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