CVE-2016-7960: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2016-7960: Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7 (TIA Portal) before 14 uses an improper format for managing TIA project files during...

Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7 (TIA Portal) before 14 uses an improper format for managing TIA project files during version updates, which makes it easier for local users to obtain sensitive configuration information via unspecified vectors.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 02:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This issue affects Siemens SIMATIC STEP 7 (TIA Portal) before version 14. During project-file version updates, the product used an improper format that could make sensitive configuration information easier for a local user to obtain. The source bundle does not provide CVSS scoring, exploit details, or confirmed active exploitation. Exposure is most likely where engineering workstations or project repositories still use SIMATIC STEP 7 (TIA Portal) versions before 14, especially when multiple local users can access project files. Prioritize assessment where legacy Siemens engineering software supports operational technology environments. Business urgency depends on local access exposure and sensitivity of project configuration data, not on confirmed internet-scale exploitation. Mitigation focus: Treat SIMATIC STEP 7 (TIA Portal) before 14 as affected.; Review Siemens SSA-869766 and ICSA-16-287-03 for vendor-specific remediation guidance.; Restrict local access to engineering workstations and TIA project repositories..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 13:39 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Oct 13, 2016, 10:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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