CVE-2019-10256

An authentication bypass vulnerability in VIVOTEK IPCam versions prior to 0x13a was found

published September 10, 2019

CVSS
β€”
EPSS
1%
Percentile
69.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unguarded entrance means anyone can waltz right in! This authentication bypass in VIVOTEK IPCam versions before 0x13a lets attackers access your camera feeds with no credentials needed! πŸ”₯ Think of a front door with a broken lock – anyone can stroll right in without even a key. This vulnerability is like leaving your house wide open, inviting unwelcome guests directly into your living room. If exploited, an attacker could easily gain access to live camera feeds, compromising your privacy and security. Imagine someone watching your every move, all because of a single oversight in authentication! It could lead to unauthorized surveillance and a total invasion of your personal space.

Put simply

Think of a front door with a broken lock – anyone can stroll right in without even a key. This vulnerability is like leaving your house wide open, inviting unwelcome guests directly into your living room. This vulnerability allows attackers to bypass authentication, gaining access to the VIVOTEK IPCam without needing valid login credentials. It's a serious flaw that could expose sensitive video data to unauthorized viewers.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could easily gain access to live camera feeds, compromising your privacy and security. Imagine someone watching your every move, all because of a single oversight in authentication! It could lead to unauthorized surveillance and a total invasion of your personal space. To protect yourself, update your VIVOTEK IPCam to version 0x13a or later to close this vulnerability. Regularly review your security settings and ensure proper authentication is enforced across all devices. You can tackle this! Update your cam and boost your security to superhero levels! πŸ¦Έβ€β™‚οΈ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01263 Β· 69.5th percentile
Published
2019-09-10T18:02Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 SEP 18:02Z
    An authentication bypass vulnerability in VIVOTEK IPCam versions prior to 0x13a was found
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