CVE-2018-19069 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 7 Nov 2018 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Hardcoded root credentials allow attackers to enable Telnet and gain full control of Foscam and Opticam IP cameras.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2018-19069?

CVE-2018-19069 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 7 Nov 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An issue was discovered on Foscam C2 devices with System Firmware 1.11.1.8 and Application Firmware 2.72.1.32, and Opticam i5 devices with System Firmware 1.5.2.11 and Application Firmware 2.21.1.128. The CGIProxy.fcgi?cmd=setTelnetSwitch feature is authorized for the root user with a password of toor.

Weakness: CWE-798

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-19069?

It affects 4 products.

Products include Foscam C2 Application Firmware, Foscam C2 System Firmware, Opticam I5 Application Firmware, Opticam I5 System Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2018-19069?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-19069 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2018-19069 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-19069 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-7rpv-325x-3cr2.