CVE-2019-18980 Missing authorization in n/a
Remote attackers can control smart bulb operations without authentication due to an unprotected API, requiring only network access.
- 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-2019-18980?
CVE-2019-18980 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 14 Nov 2019. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
On Signify Philips Taolight Smart Wi-Fi Wiz Connected LED Bulb 9290022656 devices, an unprotected API lets remote users control the bulb's operation. Anyone can turn the bulb on or off, or change its color or brightness remotely. There is no authentication or encryption to use the control API. The only requirement is that the attacker have network access to the bulb.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-18980?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Philips Taolight Smart Wi-Fi Wiz Connected Led Bulb 9290022656 Firmware.
How do I fix CVE-2019-18980?
No fix has been published for CVE-2019-18980 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2019-18980 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-18980 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Public exploit code: 1 proofs of concept on GitHub.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-wf72-r867-38x7.