CVE-2004-2427

Axis Network Camera 2.40 and earlier, and Video Server 3.12 and earlier, allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via direct requests to (1)…

published August 18, 2005

CVSS
β€”
EPSS
5%
Percentile
92.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single direct request can uncover sensitive information from Axis Network Cameras β€” think of it as a delivery person reading your mail without permission! πŸ“« It’s like a curious guest in a hotel who discovers unlocked storerooms and starts snooping around β€” if they find an open door, it’s game on! This vulnerability lets attackers explore your camera settings and even pull logs without authentication, translating to serious privacy risks. An attacker could access sensitive information, modify system parameters, or even cause a reboot of the device β€” potentially leaving your surveillance capabilities offline when you need them most! This could lead to unauthorized access to your private footage or crucial settings, putting your security at risk.

Put simply

It’s like a curious guest in a hotel who discovers unlocked storerooms and starts snooping around β€” if they find an open door, it’s game on! This vulnerability lets attackers explore your camera settings and even pull logs without authentication, translating to serious privacy risks. CVE-2004-2427 affects Axis Network Camera versions 2.40 and earlier, and Video Server 3.12 and earlier, allowing attackers to send crafted requests to specific CGI scripts to access sensitive data or manipulate system settings without proper authentication.

What to do

An attacker could access sensitive information, modify system parameters, or even cause a reboot of the device β€” potentially leaving your surveillance capabilities offline when you need them most! This could lead to unauthorized access to your private footage or crucial settings, putting your security at risk. To safeguard your devices, upgrade to the latest firmware version as soon as possible. Additionally, consider implementing access controls to restrict unauthorized access and regularly review logs for unusual activities. πŸ”’ You've got this! With a quick firmware update and some smart security practices, you'll keep your video surveillance safe and sound! πŸ¦Έβ€β™‚οΈ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05371 Β· 92.6th percentile
Published
2005-08-18T04:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 AUG 04:00Z
    Axis Network Camera 2.40 and earlier, and Video Server 3.12 and earlier, allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via direct requests to (1)…
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