Vulnerability Description
Webvisit in Phoenix Contact ILC PLCs offers a password macro to protect HMI pages on the PLC against casual or coincidental opening of HMI pages by the user. The password macro can be configured in a way that the password is stored and transferred in clear text.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenixcontact | Ilc Plcs Firmware | - |
| Phoenixcontact | Ilc Plcs | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94163Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-313-01Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45586/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94163Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-313-01Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45586/
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-8366?
CVE-2016-8366 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). Webvisit in Phoenix Contact ILC PLCs offers a password macro to protect HMI pages on the PLC against casual or coincidental opening of HMI pages by the user. The password macro can be configured in a ...
How severe is CVE-2016-8366?
CVE-2016-8366 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-8366?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phoenixcontact Ilc Plcs Firmware, Phoenixcontact Ilc Plcs.