CVE-2017-20049

A vulnerability, was found in legacy Axis devices such as P3225 and M3005

published June 15, 2022

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
75.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky flaw in legacy Axis devices could let an attacker play puppet-master—remotely! This is like a hotel receptionist who accidentally gives out keys without verifying identities—anyone can waltz into a room, but only if they know how to ask. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to manipulate privileges, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive system controls. While the actual damage might not be catastrophic, the risk of unauthorized actions in critical environments is absolutely troubling!

Put simply

This is like a hotel receptionist who accidentally gives out keys without verifying identities—anyone can waltz into a room, but only if they know how to ask. This vulnerability in legacy Axis devices involves improper privilege management due to a flaw in the CGI script, allowing remote attackers to escalate their access without proper authentication.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to manipulate privileges, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive system controls. While the actual damage might not be catastrophic, the risk of unauthorized actions in critical environments is absolutely troubling! To mitigate this risk, check for firmware updates related to the affected Axis devices, and ensure any unnecessary services are disabled. Regularly audit your access controls and be vigilant about which devices are still in use! You've got this! With a little diligence, you can keep your systems secure and maintain your security hero status! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01559 · 75.0th percentile
Published
2022-06-15T17:35Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 JUN 17:35Z
    A vulnerability, was found in legacy Axis devices such as P3225 and M3005
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