CVE-2017-12577: Critical severity PLANEX Cs-qr20 Firmware vulnerability

Published Aug 24, 2018
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Updated

An issue was discovered on the PLANEX CS-QR20 1.30. A hardcoded account / password ("admin:password") is used in the Android application that allows attackers to use a hidden API URL "/goform/SystemCommand" to execute any command with root permission.

Affected Software

3 affected components
PLANEX Cs-qr20 Firmware=1.30
PLANEX CS-QR20
PLANEX Smacam Night Vision Android

Event History

Aug 24, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-12577?

CVE-2017-12577 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote command execution with root privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-12577?

To fix CVE-2017-12577, change the hardcoded credentials and update the device firmware to the latest version provided by the vendor.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2017-12577?

CVE-2017-12577 affects the PLANEX CS-QR20 with firmware version 1.30.

4

Can CVE-2017-12577 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-12577 can be exploited remotely due to the hardcoded credentials and hidden API access.

5

What implications does CVE-2017-12577 have for user privacy?

CVE-2017-12577 can lead to unauthorized access and compromise user privacy by allowing attackers to execute commands on the device.

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