CVE-2016-4512

7.3 HIGH
Published: July 03, 2016 Modified: May 06, 2026
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Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in ELCSimulator in Eaton ELCSoft 2.4.01 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long packet.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0
Vector String
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L

References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91524
Source: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-182-01
Source: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov
Third Party Advisory US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91524
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-16-407
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-182-01
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Third Party Advisory US Government Resource

6 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
7.3 / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
6.4%
91th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Weaknesses (CWE)

Affected Vendors

eaton