LOW
CVE-2012-4693
CWE-310Published: December 18, 2012· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
1.9
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Invensys Wonderware InTouch 2012 R2 and earlier and Siemens ProcessSuite use a weak encryption algorithm for data in Ps_security.ini, which makes it easier for local users to discover passwords by reading this file.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2012-4693 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityM
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityP
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (4)
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http://www.us-cert.gov/control_systems/pdf/ICSA-12-348-01.pdfUS Government Resource
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http://www.us-cert.gov/control_systems/pdf/ICSA-12-348-01.pdfUS Government Resource
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2012-4693
CVSS Score1.9 / 10
SeverityLOW
WeaknessCWE-310
CISA KEVNo
Affected2 vendor(s)
PublishedDec 18, 2012
Related CVEs (CWE-310)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2012-4693 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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