CVE-2016-4525

Name: CVE-2016-4525
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-06-25T01:59:01.457+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.45%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-4525 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unspecified ActiveX controls in Advantech WebAccess before 8.1_20160519 allow remote authenticated users to obtain sensitive information or modify data via unknown vectors, related to the INTERFACESAFE_FOR_UNTRUSTED_CALLER (aka safe for scripting) flag.. EPSS estimates a 0.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unspecified ActiveX controls in Advantech WebAccess before 8.1_20160519 allow remote authenticated users to obtain sensitive information or modify data via unknown vectors, related to the INTERFACESAFE_FOR_UNTRUSTED_CALLER (aka safe for scripting) flag.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.45%

35.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Advantech	Webaccess	<= 8.1

References

https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-173-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-173-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Jun 25, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-4525?

How severe is CVE-2016-4525?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4525 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-4525?

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