Vulnerability identifier: #VU31893

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 4.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-11624

CWE-ID: CWE-521

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
HD838
Hardware solutions / Security hardware applicances
HD438IR
Hardware solutions / Security hardware applicances

Vendor: AvertX

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform brute-force attack and guess the password.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected cameras do not require users to change the default password for the admin account. A remote authenticated attacker can perform a brute-force attack and disclose the default username within the login.js script.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

HD838: All versions

HD438IR: All versions

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External links
http://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/avertx-ip-cameras-vulnerabilities/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.