Vulnerability identifier: #VU99606

Vulnerability risk: Critical

CVSSv3.1: 8.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:H/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-8956

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
PT30X-SDI/NDI-xx
Hardware solutions / Office equipment, IP-phones, print servers

Vendor: PTZOptics

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to missing authentication checks in /cgi-bin/param.cgi when requests are sent without an HTTP Authorization header. A remote non-authenticated attacker can gain unauthorized access to the IP camera and obtain sensitive information, such as usernames, password hashes, and configurations details or update camera configuration.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

PT30X-SDI/NDI-xx: 6.2.50 - 6.3.32

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External links
http://www.greynoise.io/blog/greynoise-intelligence-discovers-zero-day-vulnerabilities-in-live-streaming-cameras-with-the-help-of-ai
http://ptzoptics.com/firmware-changelog/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.