CVE-2016-5686

Name: CVE-2016-5686
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-10-05T10:59:14.267+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.52%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-5686 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Johnson & Johnson Animas OneTouch Ping devices mishandle acknowledgements, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass authentication via a custom communication protocol.. EPSS estimates a 4.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Johnson & Johnson Animas OneTouch Ping devices mishandle acknowledgements, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass authentication via a custom communication protocol.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.52%

90.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Animas	Onetouch Ping Firmware	All versions

References

http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/884840Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/BLUU-A9SQRSThird Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93351
https://community.rapid7.com/community/infosec/blog/2016/10/04/r7-2016-07-multiple-vulnerabilities-in-animas-onetouch-ping-insulin-pumpMitigation, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/884840Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/BLUU-A9SQRSThird Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93351
https://community.rapid7.com/community/infosec/blog/2016/10/04/r7-2016-07-multiple-vulnerabilities-in-animas-onetouch-ping-insulin-pumpMitigation, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 5, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5686?

Johnson & Johnson Animas OneTouch Ping devices mishandle acknowledgements, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass authentication via a custom communication protocol.

How severe is CVE-2016-5686?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5686 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5686?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-5686?

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Source: NVD / NIST