CVE-2012-4691: Low severity siemens automation license manager v6.2 vulnerability
Published Dec 18, 2012
·Updated
Memory leak in Siemens Automation License Manager (ALM) 4.x and 5.x before 5.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via crafted packets.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Siemens Automation License Manager=4.0
Siemens Automation License Manager=5.0
Siemens Automation License Manager=5.1
Siemens Automation License Manager=5.1-sp1
Event History
Dec 18, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4691?
CVE-2012-4691 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
2
Which versions of Siemens Automation License Manager are affected by CVE-2012-4691?
CVE-2012-4691 affects Siemens Automation License Manager versions 4.x and 5.x prior to 5.2.
3
How do I fix CVE-2012-4691?
To fix CVE-2012-4691, upgrade Siemens Automation License Manager to version 5.2 or later.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2012-4691 exploit?
CVE-2012-4691 can be exploited by remote attackers to perform a denial of service through crafted packets.
5
What is the impact of CVE-2012-4691?
The impact of CVE-2012-4691 is the potential exhaustion of system memory, leading to service disruptions.