Authentication Bypass Flaw in EN100 Ethernet Module from Siemens
CVE-2016-7112

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Siemens
Status
En100 Ethernet Module Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 September 2016

What is CVE-2016-7112?

A vulnerability exists in the EN100 Ethernet module utilized for various firmware variants. Attackers with network access to the device's web interface on port 80/tcp may exploit this flaw to bypass authentication, potentially allowing unauthorized administrative access. This issue affects multiple firmware variants, making it critical for users to update to the latest versions to mitigate possible security risks.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92747
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https://www.siemens.com/cert/pool/cert/siemens_security_a...
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https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-17-187-03
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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