CVE-2016-4512
CVE-2016-4512 is a high-severity vulnerability in Eaton Elcsoft with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3. 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-119.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.3)
- CVSS v2: 7.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (88th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-119
- Affected product: Eaton Elcsoft
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in ELCSimulator in Eaton ELCSoft 2.4.01 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long packet.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2016-4512?
- Stack-based buffer overflow in ELCSimulator in Eaton ELCSoft 2.4.01 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long packet.
- How severe is CVE-2016-4512?
- CVE-2016-4512 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
- Is CVE-2016-4512 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2016-4512?
- CVE-2016-4512 affects Eaton Elcsoft. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2016-4512?
- 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-2016-4512 published?
- CVE-2016-4512 was published on 2016-07-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91524
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-407
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-182-01
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:eaton:elcsoft:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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