CVE-2015-0996

Name: CVE-2015-0996
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-03-29T10:59:05.383+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.37%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-0996 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Schneider Electric InduSoft Web Studio before 7.1.3.4 SP3 Patch 4 and InTouch Machine Edition 2014 before 7.1.3.4 SP3 Patch 4 rely on a hardcoded cleartext password to control read access to Project files and Project Configuration files, which makes it easier for local users to obtain sensitive information by discovering this password.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Schneider Electric InduSoft Web Studio before 7.1.3.4 SP3 Patch 4 and InTouch Machine Edition 2014 before 7.1.3.4 SP3 Patch 4 rely on a hardcoded cleartext password to control read access to Project files and Project Configuration files, which makes it easier for local users to obtain sensitive information by discovering this password.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.37%

28.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Aveva	Aveva Edge	< 7.1.3.4
Schneider-Electric	Wonderware Intouch 2014	< 7.1.3.4

References

http://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2015-054-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2015-054-02Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-15-085-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2015-054-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2015-054-02Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-15-085-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Mar 29, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-0996?

How severe is CVE-2015-0996?

Severity scoring for CVE-2015-0996 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2015-0996?

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