CVE-2018-4014 Memory corruption in Anker

High 8.0 Published 13 May 2019 Updated 5 Aug 2024

A stack-based buffer overflow in the Wi-Fi command handler allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the dashcam.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2018-4014?

CVE-2018-4014 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Anker, published on 13 May 2019. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in Wi-Fi Command 9999 of the Roav A1 Dashcam running version RoavA1SWV1.9. A specially crafted packet can cause a stack-based buffer overflow, resulting in code execution. An attacker can send a packet to trigger this vulnerability.

Weakness: CWE-787

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-4014?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Anker-in Roav Dashcam A1 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2018-4014?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-4014 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2018-4014 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-4014 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-w9hg-x4v5-8rjv.