CVE-2024-8957

Known Exploited

PTZOptics NDI and SDI Cameras Command Injection via NTP Address Configuration

Description

PTZOptics PT30X-SDI/NDI-xx before firmware 6.3.40 is vulnerable to an OS command injection issue. The camera does not sufficiently validate the ntp_addr configuration value which may lead to arbitrary command execution when ntp_client is started. When chained with CVE-2024-8956, a remote and unauthenticated attacker can execute arbitrary OS commands on affected devices.

References

Link	Tags
https://ptzoptics.com/firmware-changelog/	release notes vendor advisory
https://vulncheck.com/advisories/ptzoptics-command-injection	third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8957?: CVE-2024-8957 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8957?: To fix CVE-2024-8957, 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-2024-8957 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is confirmed that CVE-2024-8957 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~41% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-8957?: CVE-2024-8957 affects PTZOptics PT30X-SDI, PTZOptics PT30X-NDI.

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Description

Category

CWE-78 – Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')

References

Frequently Asked Questions