CVE-2016-2359: Critical severity milesight ip security camera firmware vulnerability

Published Oct 25, 2019
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Updated

Milesight IP security cameras through 2016-11-14 allow remote attackers to bypass authentication and access a protected resource by simultaneously making a request for the unprotected vb.htm resource.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Milesight Ip Security Camera Firmware<=2016-11-14
Milesight IP security camera

Event History

Oct 25, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:46 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:46 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2359?

CVE-2016-2359 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to bypass authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-2359?

To mitigate CVE-2016-2359, upgrade your Milesight IP security camera firmware to a version released after 2016-11-14.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2016-2359?

CVE-2016-2359 affects Milesight IP security camera firmware versions up to and including 2016-11-14.

4

What type of attack is CVE-2016-2359 associated with?

CVE-2016-2359 is associated with remote authentication bypass attacks.

5

Can CVE-2016-2359 lead to unauthorized access?

Yes, CVE-2016-2359 can lead to unauthorized access to protected resources on vulnerable Milesight IP security cameras.

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