CVE-2011-4515
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CVE-2011-4515 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Siemens WinCC (TIA Portal) 11 uses a reversible algorithm for storing HMI web-application passwords in world-readable and world-writable files, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging (1) physical access or (2) Sm@rt Server access.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Siemens WinCC (TIA Portal) 11 uses a reversible algorithm for storing HMI web-application passwords in world-readable and world-writable files, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging (1) physical access or (2) Sm@rt Server access.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Siemens | Wincc Tia Portal | 11.0 |
References
- http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/pdf/ICSA-13-079-03.pdfUS Government Resource
- http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/pdf/ICSA-13-079-03.pdfUS Government Resource
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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