CVE-2016-1206

CVE-2016-1206 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Iodata Wn-gdn/r3 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3. 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

Description

The WPS implementation on I-O DATA DEVICE WN-GDN/R3, WN-GDN/R3-C, WN-GDN/R3-S, and WN-GDN/R3-U devices does not limit PIN guesses, which allows remote attackers to obtain network access via a brute-force attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-1206?
The WPS implementation on I-O DATA DEVICE WN-GDN/R3, WN-GDN/R3-C, WN-GDN/R3-S, and WN-GDN/R3-U devices does not limit PIN guesses, which allows remote attackers to obtain network access via a brute-force attack.
How severe is CVE-2016-1206?
CVE-2016-1206 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over an adjacent network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2016-1206 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-1206?
CVE-2016-1206 affects Iodata Wn-gdn/r3 Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1206?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2016-1206 published?
CVE-2016-1206 was published on 2016-05-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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