CVE-2016-0869: Heap-based buffer overflow in MICROSYS PROMOTIC before 8.3.11 allows remote authenticated users to cause a...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-0869 is a denial-of-service flaw in MICROSYS PROMOTIC before 8.3.11. An authenticated remote user could trigger a heap-based buffer overflow using a malformed HTML document, potentially crashing the affected service or application. Exposure is most likely where PROMOTIC versions before 8.3.11 are reachable by users who can authenticate. Internet exposure, weak account controls, or shared operational environments would increase business risk, but the bundle does not identify specific deployment patterns. Treat this as a targeted operational availability risk. Prioritize systems that support industrial, monitoring, or business-critical workflows, especially if authenticated access is broadly available. The urgency is lower than unauthenticated remote code execution, but outages may still affect operations. Mitigation focus: Identify PROMOTIC deployments and confirm whether versions are before 8.3.11.; Review MICROSYS PROMOTIC release guidance for 8.3.11 and later.; Upgrade affected PROMOTIC instances where vendor guidance supports it..

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Jun 13, 2026, 21:06 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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