CVE-2016-5796

Name: CVE-2016-5796
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-13T21:59:00.237+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.29%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-5796 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in Fatek Automation PM Designer V3 Version 2.1.2.2, and Automation FV Designer Version 1.2.8.0. Sending additional valid packets could allow the attacker to cause a crash or to execute arbitrary code, because of Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer.. EPSS estimates a 2.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An issue was discovered in Fatek Automation PM Designer V3 Version 2.1.2.2, and Automation FV Designer Version 1.2.8.0. Sending additional valid packets could allow the attacker to cause a crash or to execute arbitrary code, because of Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.29%

81.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Fatek	Automation Fv Designer	1.2.8.0
Fatek	Automation Pm Designer	2.1.2.2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93105Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-287-06Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93105Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-287-06Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Feb 13, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5796?

How severe is CVE-2016-5796?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5796 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5796?

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