CVE-2016-4524
CVE-2016-4524 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Abb Pcm600 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5. 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-284.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.5)
- CVSS v2: 2.1
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (21st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-284
- Affected product: Abb Pcm600
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
ABB PCM600 before 2.7 improperly stores OPC Server IEC61850 passwords in unspecified temporary circumstances, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information via unknown vectors.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2016-4524?
- ABB PCM600 before 2.7 improperly stores OPC Server IEC61850 passwords in unspecified temporary circumstances, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information via unknown vectors.
- How severe is CVE-2016-4524?
- CVE-2016-4524 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2016-4524 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2016-4524?
- CVE-2016-4524 affects Abb Pcm600. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2016-4524?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2016-4524 published?
- CVE-2016-4524 was published on 2016-06-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:abb:pcm600:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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