CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2016-5788

First published: Fri Nov 25 2016(Updated: )

General Electric (GE) Bently Nevada 3500/22M USB with firmware before 5.0 and Bently Nevada 3500/22M Serial have open ports, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain privileged access via unspecified vectors.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Ge Bently Nevada 3500/22m USB Firmware
GE Bently Nevada 3500/22m USB
GE Bently Nevada 3500/22m Serial Firmware
Bently Nevada 3500/22M

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-5788?

    CVE-2016-5788 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized remote access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-5788?

    To address CVE-2016-5788, update the firmware of the GE Bently Nevada 3500/22M USB and Serial devices to version 5.0 or later.

  • What impact does CVE-2016-5788 have on my system?

    CVE-2016-5788 allows remote attackers to gain privileged access due to open ports on vulnerable devices.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-5788?

    The affected devices include GE Bently Nevada 3500/22M USB and 3500/22M Serial with firmware versions prior to 5.0.

  • Is it possible to exploit CVE-2016-5788 remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-5788 can be exploited remotely by attackers due to the presence of open ports.

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