#VU49881 Cleartext transmission of sensitive information in P2P protocol


Published: 2021-01-20

Vulnerability identifier: #VU49881

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-25169

CWE-ID: CWE-319

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
P2P protocol
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: Reolink

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to software uses insecure communication channel to transmit sensitive information. A remote attacker with ability to intercept network traffic can gain access to sensitive data, such as camera feeds.

This vulnerability affects the following Reolink devices using P2P: 

  • RLC-4XX series
  • RLC-5XX series
  • RLN-X10 series

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

P2P protocol: All versions


External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-21-019-02


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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


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