CVE-2018-4018 File upload in Novatek

Critical 10.0 Published 13 May 2019 Updated 5 Aug 2024

An attacker can upload arbitrary firmware binaries via HTTP PUT requests to the dashcam, leading to code execution upon reboot.

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-2018-4018?

CVE-2018-4018 is a critical vulnerability in Novatek, published on 13 May 2019. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An exploitable firmware update vulnerability exists in the NT9665X Chipset firmware, running on Anker Roav A1 Dashcam version RoavA1SWV1.9. The HTTP server allows for arbitrary firmware binaries to be uploaded which will be flashed upon next reboot. An attacker can send an HTTP PUT request or upgrade firmware request to trigger this vulnerability.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-4018?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Anker-in Roav Dashcam A1 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2018-4018?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-4018 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2018-4018 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-4018 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-v2pp-7fp2-vfjg.