CVE-2016-0871
CVE-2016-0871 is a high-severity vulnerability in Eaton Lighting Systems Eg2 Web Control with a CVSS 3.x 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-200.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- CVSS v2: 5.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (72nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-200
- Affected product: Eaton Lighting Systems Eg2 Web Control
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Eaton Lighting EG2 Web Control 4.04P and earlier allows remote attackers to read the configuration file, and consequently discover credentials, via a direct request.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2016-0871?
- Eaton Lighting EG2 Web Control 4.04P and earlier allows remote attackers to read the configuration file, and consequently discover credentials, via a direct request.
- How severe is CVE-2016-0871?
- CVE-2016-0871 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2016-0871 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2016-0871?
- CVE-2016-0871 affects Eaton Lighting Systems Eg2 Web Control. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2016-0871?
- 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-2016-0871 published?
- CVE-2016-0871 was published on 2016-04-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:eaton_lighting_systems:eg2_web_control:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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