7.5
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-4880: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Dec 08 2014(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in Hikvision DVR DS-7204 Firmware 2.2.10 build 131009, and other models and versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an RTSP PLAY request with a long Authorization header.

Credit: cret@cert.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Hikvision DS-7204HGHI-F1 Firmware=2.2.10-build_131009
Hikvision DVR DS-7204 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-4880?

    CVE-2014-4880 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-4880?

    To address CVE-2014-4880, update the Hikvision DVR firmware to a secure version that mitigates this vulnerability.

  • What devices are affected by CVE-2014-4880?

    CVE-2014-4880 specifically affects Hikvision DVR DS-7204 with firmware version 2.2.10 build 131009 and possible other models and versions.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2014-4880 enable?

    CVE-2014-4880 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through specially crafted RTSP PLAY requests.

  • Is CVE-2014-4880 easily exploitable?

    Yes, CVE-2014-4880 can be exploited remotely, making it a significant risk for vulnerable systems.

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