CVE Catalog

CVE-2016-4512

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A 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.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can remotely take control of the system, posing a serious security threat to the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the software to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

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.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS