CVE-2016-7960

Name: CVE-2016-7960
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-10-13T10:59:01.817+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.33%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-7960 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7 (TIA Portal) before 14 uses an improper format for managing TIA project files during version updates, which makes it easier for local users to obtain sensitive configuration information via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7 (TIA Portal) before 14 uses an improper format for managing TIA project files during version updates, which makes it easier for local users to obtain sensitive configuration information via unspecified vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.33%

24.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Siemens	Simatic Step 7	<= 13.010

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93551Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.siemens.com/cert/pool/cert/siemens_security_advisory_ssa-869766.pdfVendor Advisory
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-287-03Mitigation, Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93551Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.siemens.com/cert/pool/cert/siemens_security_advisory_ssa-869766.pdfVendor Advisory
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-287-03Mitigation, Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Oct 13, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-7960?

How severe is CVE-2016-7960?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7960 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-7960?

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