CVE-2016-8731

Description

Hard-coded FTP credentials (r:r) are included in the Foscam C1 running firmware 1.9.1.12. Knowledge of these credentials would allow remote access to any cameras found on the internet that do not have port 50021 blocked by an intermediate device.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.33%
Third-Party Advisory securityfocus.com Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: Foscan Foscam C1 Webcam
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99193 vdb entry third party advisory broken link
https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2016-0245 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8731?
CVE-2016-8731 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-8731?
To fix CVE-2016-8731, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-8731 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-8731 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-8731?
CVE-2016-8731 affects Foscan Foscam C1 Webcam.
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