CVE-2024-11120KEV · OVERDUECWE-78

GeoVision EOL devices - OS Command Injection

Critical · published November 15, 2024

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Confirmed exploited, and the score agrees

CVSS calls it critical at 9.8. It is confirmed in active exploitation. It sits in the 98.1th percentile for exploit probability.

515
days past CISA
deadline
CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
28%
Percentile
98.1
In the wild
Confirmed
What it is

🚨 A hidden flaw in EOL GeoVision devices lets attackers run any command they desire — and they’re already doing it! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk in and start cooking without a chef’s hat or permission. That’s how easy it is for attackers to throw in their own instructions and take control of your system! An attacker could wreak absolute havoc, executing any command on the device, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or even complete system takeover. With reports of active exploitation, the stakes couldn't be higher!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk in and start cooking without a chef’s hat or permission. That’s how easy it is for attackers to throw in their own instructions and take control of your system! This OS Command Injection vulnerability allows unauthenticated remote attackers to inject arbitrary commands into the device's operating system, bypassing the necessary security measures.

What to do

An attacker could wreak absolute havoc, executing any command on the device, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or even complete system takeover. With reports of active exploitation, the stakes couldn't be higher! Immediately update your GeoVision devices to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability. If you’re unable to patch, consider isolating affected devices from the network to prevent unauthorized access. Don’t delay — this is critical! You've got this! Follow the steps and you'll be back in control in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.28386 · 98.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-78 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
Published
2024-11-15T02:00Z
KEV added
2025-05-07 · due 2025-05-28
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 MAY 00:00Z
    Added to CISA KEV — remediate by May 28
    kev
  • 15 NOV 02:00Z
    GeoVision EOL devices - OS Command Injection
    cvelistv5