CVE-2017-6432: High severity Dahuasecurity Nvr Firmware vulnerability

Published Mar 9, 2017
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Updated

An issue was discovered on Dahua DHI-HCVR7216A-S3 3.210.0001.10 build 2016-06-06 devices. The Dahua DVR Protocol, which operates on TCP Port 37777, is an unencrypted, binary protocol. Performing a Man-in-the-Middle attack allows both sniffing and injections of packets, which allows creation of fully privileged new users, in addition to capture of sensitive information.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Dahuasecurity Nvr Firmware=3.210.0001.10
Dahuasecurity Dhi-hcvr7216a-s3
All of the following
Dahuasecurity Nvr Firmware=3.210.0001.10
Dahuasecurity Dhi-hcvr7216a-s3

Event History

Mar 9, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6432?

CVE-2017-6432 has a high severity due to the potential for Man-in-the-Middle attacks and exploitation of unencrypted communications.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-6432?

To mitigate CVE-2017-6432, update to the latest firmware version provided by Dahua that addresses security vulnerabilities.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2017-6432?

CVE-2017-6432 affects Dahua DHI-HCVR7216A-S3 devices running firmware version 3.210.0001.10.

4

What attack vectors are associated with CVE-2017-6432?

CVE-2017-6432 allows for packet sniffing and injection through Man-in-the-Middle attacks due to unencrypted communication on TCP Port 37777.

5

Is CVE-2017-6432 an authentication-related vulnerability?

CVE-2017-6432 does not specifically relate to authentication but allows attackers to manipulate device communications.

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