CVE-2016-2359

Milesight IP security cameras through 2016-11-14 allow remote attackers to bypass authentication and access a protected resource by simultaneously making a…

published October 25, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A remote attacker can sneak in undetected, bypassing authentication on Milesight IP security cameras! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel security system that lets anyone enter if they ask nicely while the concierge is distracted — just one request at the right moment can open the floodgates! An attacker could gain unauthorized access to your security feeds, potentially spying on private areas or tampering with your surveillance settings. This could lead to serious breaches of privacy and security, leaving users vulnerable to threats they never saw coming!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel security system that lets anyone enter if they ask nicely while the concierge is distracted — just one request at the right moment can open the floodgates! This vulnerability exists because the authentication mechanism can be bypassed when a request for the vb.htm resource is made simultaneously with a request for a protected resource, allowing unauthorized access.

What to do

An attacker could gain unauthorized access to your security feeds, potentially spying on private areas or tampering with your surveillance settings. This could lead to serious breaches of privacy and security, leaving users vulnerable to threats they never saw coming! To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure all camera firmware is updated to the latest version, implement stricter access controls, and review your network security settings. Regular security audits can also help catch potential issues before they become a problem! You've got this! Stay vigilant and secure your setups! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03098 · 87.6th percentile
Published
2019-10-25T12:46Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 OCT 12:46Z
    Milesight IP security cameras through 2016-11-14 allow remote attackers to bypass authentication and access a protected resource by simultaneously making a…
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