CVE-2016-9158: Input Validation
A vulnerability has been identified in SIMATIC S7-300 CPU family (All versions), SIMATIC S7-300 CPU family (incl. related ET200 CPUs and SIPLUS variants) (All versions), SIMATIC S7-400 PN/DP V6 and below CPU family (incl. SIPLUS variants) (All versions), SIMATIC S7-400 PN/DP V7 CPU family (incl. SIPLUS variants) (All versions), SIMATIC S7-400 V6 and earlier CPU family (All versions), SIMATIC S7-400 V7 CPU family (All versions). Specially crafted packets sent to port 80/tcp could cause the affected devices to go into defect mode. A cold restart is required to recover the system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9158?
CVE-2016-9158 has been rated as critical due to potential unauthorized access or control of affected devices.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9158?
To address CVE-2016-9158, users should update their Siemens SIMATIC S7-300 and S7-400 CPU firmware to the latest version provided by Siemens.
Which products are affected by CVE-2016-9158?
CVE-2016-9158 affects various versions of the Siemens SIMATIC S7-300 and S7-400 CPU families.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2016-9158?
The exploitation of CVE-2016-9158 can lead to serious security incidents, including unauthorized control over industrial processes.
When was CVE-2016-9158 disclosed?
CVE-2016-9158 was disclosed in late 2016 and highlighted vulnerabilities in critical industrial control systems.