CVE-2016-5814

Name: CVE-2016-5814
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-09-19T01:59:05.133+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.67%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-5814 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in Rockwell Automation RSLogix Micro Starter Lite, RSLogix Micro Developer, RSLogix 500 Starter Edition, RSLogix 500 Standard Edition, and RSLogix 500 Professional Edition allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RSS project file.. EPSS estimates a 4.67% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in Rockwell Automation RSLogix Micro Starter Lite, RSLogix Micro Developer, RSLogix 500 Starter Edition, RSLogix 500 Standard Edition, and RSLogix 500 Professional Edition allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RSS project file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.67%

90.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Rockwellautomation	Rslogix 500 Professional Edition	All versions
Rockwellautomation	Rslogix 500 Standard Edition	All versions
Rockwellautomation	Rslogix 500 Starter Edition	All versions
Rockwellautomation	Rslogix Micro Developer	All versions
Rockwellautomation	Rslogix Micro Starter Lite	All versions

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92983
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-224-02Mitigation, Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92983
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-224-02Mitigation, Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Sep 19, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5814?

How severe is CVE-2016-5814?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5814 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5814?

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