3.3
CWE
255
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-4527

First published: Fri Jun 10 2016(Updated: )

ABB PCM600 before 2.7 improperly stores PCM600 authentication credentials, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ABB PCM600<=2.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-4527?

    CVE-2016-4527 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability due to improper storage of authentication credentials.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-4527?

    To fix CVE-2016-4527, upgrade ABB PCM600 to version 2.7 or later to ensure secure storage of authentication credentials.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2016-4527?

    CVE-2016-4527 affects ABB PCM600 versions prior to 2.7.

  • What type of attack can exploit CVE-2016-4527?

    CVE-2016-4527 can be exploited by local users who gain access to the system to retrieve sensitive authentication information.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-4527?

    Currently, there are no known workarounds for CVE-2016-4527, and updating the software is recommended.

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