CVE-2021-27232: Buffer Overflow

Published Feb 16, 2021
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Updated

The RTSPLive555.dll ActiveX control in Pelco Digital Sentry Server 7.18.72.11464 has a SetCameraConnectionParameter stack-based buffer overflow. This can be exploited by a remote attacker to potentially execute arbitrary attacker-supplied code. The victim would have to visit a malicious webpage using Internet Explorer where the exploit could be triggered.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Pelco Digital Sentry Server=7.18.72.11464

Event History

Feb 16, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:28 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-27232?

The severity of CVE-2021-27232 is high, with a severity value of 8.8.

2

What is the affected software version for CVE-2021-27232?

The affected software version for CVE-2021-27232 is Pelco Digital Sentry Server 7.18.72.11464.

3

How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2021-27232?

A remote attacker can exploit CVE-2021-27232 by triggering a stack-based buffer overflow in the RTSPLive555.dll ActiveX control in Pelco Digital Sentry Server 7.18.72.11464.

4

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2021-27232?

The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2021-27232 is CWE-119 and CWE-787.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-27232?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-27232 in the following references: [Github Advisory](https://github.com/vitorespf/Advisories/blob/master/Pelco_Digital_Sentry_Server-RSTPLive555%20Activex%20Buffer%20overflow.txt) and [Pelco Support](https://support.pelco.com/s/article/What-is-the-Digital-Sentry-software-release-revision-history).

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