CVE-2012-1799

Name: CVE-2012-1799
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-04-18T10:33:34.887+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 5.07%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-1799 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The web server on the Siemens Scalance S Security Module firewall S602 V2, S612 V2, and S613 V2 with firmware before 2.3.0.3 does not limit the rate of authentication attempts, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force attack on the administrative password.. EPSS estimates a 5.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The web server on the Siemens Scalance S Security Module firewall S602 V2, S612 V2, and S613 V2 with firmware before 2.3.0.3 does not limit the rate of authentication attempts, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force attack on the administrative password.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.07%

91.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Siemens	Scalance S Firmware	<= 2.3.0
Siemens	Scalance S Firmware	2.1.0
Siemens	Scalance S Firmware	2.2.0
Siemens	Scalance S602	v2
Siemens	Scalance S612	v2
Siemens	Scalance S613	v2

References

Timeline

Published: Apr 18, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-1799?

How severe is CVE-2012-1799?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-1799 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-1799?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST