CVE-2024-8160

Description

Erik de Jong, member of the AXIS OS Bug Bounty Program, has found that the VAPIX API ftptest.cgi did not have a sufficient input validation allowing for a possible command injection leading to being able to transfer files from/to the Axis device. This flaw can only be exploited after authenticating with an administrator-privileged service account. Axis has released patched AXIS OS versions for the highlighted flaw. Please refer to the Axis security advisory for more information and solution.

Category

3.8
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.72% Top 30%
Affected: Axis Communications AB AXIS OS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.axis.com/dam/public/permalink/231071/cve-2024-8160pdf-en-US_InternalID-231071.pdf

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8160?
CVE-2024-8160 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8160?
To fix CVE-2024-8160, 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-2024-8160 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-8160 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-8160?
CVE-2024-8160 affects Axis Communications AB AXIS OS.
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