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CVE-2023-5038

7.5 · HIGH

badmonkey, a Security Researcher has found a flaw that allows for a unauthenticated DoS attack on the camera.

Published Jun 25, 2024CWE-248EPSS 0.42%

Overview

CVE-2023-5038 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on June 25, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

badmonkey, a Security Researcher has found a flaw that allows for a unauthenticated DoS attack on the camera. An attacker runs a crafted URL, nobody can access the web management page of the camera. and must manually restart the device or re-power it. The manufacturer has released patch firmware for the flaw, please refer to the manufacturer's report for details and workarounds.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-5038?

CVE-2023-5038 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on June 25, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-5038?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-5038?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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