CVE-2017-2877

A missing error check exists in the Multi-Camera interface used by the Foscam C1 Indoor HD Camera running application firmware 2.52.2.43

Critical · published September 19, 2018

CVSS v3.0
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unsecured request on port 10001 can reset user accounts on Foscam C1 cameras to factory defaults, and the attacker doesn't need any passwords! 🔥 Think of it like someone sneaking into a hotel and simply pressing a reset button on the front desk — suddenly everyone’s keys no longer work, and they can’t get into their rooms! 🏨 This vulnerability is absolutely devastating! An attacker could completely wipe user accounts, leaving your camera open to misuse and potentially allowing unauthorized access to your home or business. If malicious actors exploit this, your security cameras could become security hazards instead!

Put simply

Think of it like someone sneaking into a hotel and simply pressing a reset button on the front desk — suddenly everyone’s keys no longer work, and they can’t get into their rooms! 🏨 A missing error check in the Multi-Camera interface allows attackers to send crafted requests that reset user accounts to their default settings without any authentication required, enabling unauthorized access.

What to do

This vulnerability is absolutely devastating! An attacker could completely wipe user accounts, leaving your camera open to misuse and potentially allowing unauthorized access to your home or business. If malicious actors exploit this, your security cameras could become security hazards instead! Immediately patch your Foscam C1 camera to the latest firmware version to close this vulnerability. Regularly audit your camera settings and consider changing your network configurations to limit exposure to port 10001. Also, check for any unauthorized access in your camera logs. You've got this! Secure your camera and keep your space safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01902 · 79.4th percentile
Published
2018-09-19T18:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 SEP 18:00Z
    A missing error check exists in the Multi-Camera interface used by the Foscam C1 Indoor HD Camera running application firmware 2.52.2.43
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