CVE-2019-14698 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 6 Aug 2019 Updated 5 Aug 2024

A buffer overflow in the camera's CGI program allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the param parameter.

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-2019-14698?

CVE-2019-14698 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 6 Aug 2019. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An issue was discovered on MicroDigital N-series cameras with firmware through 6400.0.8.5. In a CGI program running under the HTTPD web server, a buffer overflow in the param parameter leads to remote code execution in the context of the nobody account.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-14698?

It affects 3 products.

Products include Microdigital Mdc-N2190v Firmware, Microdigital Mdc-N4090 Firmware, Microdigital Mdc-N4090w Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2019-14698?

No fix has been published for CVE-2019-14698 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-2019-14698 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-14698 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-g2pv-qpv5-jjmm.