CVE-2013-4977: Buffer Overflow

Published Mar 3, 2014
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Updated

Buffer overflow in the RTSP Packet Handler in Hikvision DS-2CD7153-E IP camera with firmware 4.1.0 b130111 (Jan 2013), and possibly other devices, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash and reboot) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long string in the Range header field in an RTSP transaction.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Hikvision Ds-2cd7153-e Firmware=4.1.0_b130111
Hikvision DS-2CD7153-E
All of the following
Hikvision Ds-2cd7153-e Firmware=4.1.0_b130111
Hikvision DS-2CD7153-E

Event History

Mar 3, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-4977?

CVE-2013-4977 has a high severity level due to its potential for remote denial of service and arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-4977?

To fix CVE-2013-4977, update the firmware of the Hikvision DS-2CD7153-E IP camera to the latest version available.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2013-4977?

CVE-2013-4977 primarily affects the Hikvision DS-2CD7153-E IP camera with firmware version 4.1.0 b130111, as well as potentially other devices in the same product line.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-4977?

CVE-2013-4977 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that enables remote attackers to manipulate device behavior.

5

Can CVE-2013-4977 lead to a device takeover?

Yes, CVE-2013-4977 can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, which could lead to a device takeover under certain conditions.

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