# CVE-2016-5848: Siemens SICAM PAS before 8.07 does not properly restrict password data in the database, which makes it easier for local users to calculate p

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2016-07-04 · Updated: 2024-08-06

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

Siemens SICAM PAS before 8.07 does not properly restrict password data in the database, which makes it easier for local users to calculate passwords by leveraging unspecified database privileges.

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## References

- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-16-182-02
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91525
- http://www.siemens.com/cert/pool/cert/siemens_security_advisory_ssa-444217.pdf

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