CVE-2018-4014

An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in Wi-Fi Command 9999 of the Roav A1 Dashcam running version RoavA1SWV1.9

High · published May 13, 2019

CVSS v3.0
8.0
EPSS
2%
Percentile
82.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A single crafted packet is all it takes to unleash chaos in your Roav A1 Dashcam! 📸 Think of it like sending a misleading delivery to a restaurant that results in their entire menu getting reprinted with bizarre dishes — that's how this specially crafted packet can mess with your dashcam's operations. An attacker could potentially send this packet and execute arbitrary code, leading to a complete takeover of the device. This could mean altering the dashcam's functionality, accessing private data, or worse — it’s like handing over the keys to your car to a total stranger!

Put simply

Think of it like sending a misleading delivery to a restaurant that results in their entire menu getting reprinted with bizarre dishes — that's how this specially crafted packet can mess with your dashcam's operations. This vulnerability stems from a stack-based buffer overflow in the Wi-Fi Command 9999 feature of the Roav A1 Dashcam. When it receives a specially crafted packet, it can lead to remote code execution without proper validation.

What to do

An attacker could potentially send this packet and execute arbitrary code, leading to a complete takeover of the device. This could mean altering the dashcam's functionality, accessing private data, or worse — it’s like handing over the keys to your car to a total stranger! To protect against this vulnerability, update your Roav A1 Dashcam to the latest firmware version that addresses CVE-2018-4014. Ensure that your device's Wi-Fi feature is secured and monitor for any unusual activity. You've got this! By taking these steps, you can keep your dashcam safe and sound. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
8.0 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:A/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02234 · 82.5th percentile
Published
2019-05-13T15:21Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 MAY 15:21Z
    An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in Wi-Fi Command 9999 of the Roav A1 Dashcam running version RoavA1SWV1.9
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