CVE-2016-8561

Name: CVE-2016-8561
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-11-18T21:59:00.33+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.58%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-8561 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability has been identified in SIMATIC CP 1543-1 (All versions < V2.0.28), SIPLUS NET CP 1543-1 (All versions < V2.0.28). Users with elevated privileges to TIA-Portal and project data on the engineering station could possibly get privileged access on affected devices.. EPSS estimates a 1.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in SIMATIC CP 1543-1 (All versions < V2.0.28), SIPLUS NET CP 1543-1 (All versions < V2.0.28). Users with elevated privileges to TIA-Portal and project data on the engineering station could possibly get privileged access on affected devices.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.58%

72.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Siemens	Simatic Cp 1543-1 Firmware	All versions

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94436Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.siemens.com/cert/pool/cert/siemens_security_advisory_ssa-672373.pdfPatch, Vendor Advisory
https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-672373.pdf
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-327-01
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94436Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.siemens.com/cert/pool/cert/siemens_security_advisory_ssa-672373.pdfPatch, Vendor Advisory
https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-672373.pdf
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-327-01

Timeline

Published: Nov 18, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-8561?

How severe is CVE-2016-8561?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8561 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8561?

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