critical
9.8
CWE
640
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-30466: Authentication Bypass Vulnerability in Milesight Network Video Recorder (NVR)

First published: Fri Apr 28 2023(Updated: )

This vulnerability exists in Milesight 4K/H.265 Series NVR models (MS-Nxxxx-xxG, MS-Nxxxx-xxE, MS-Nxxxx-xxT, MS-Nxxxx-xxH and MS-Nxxxx-xxC), due to a weak password reset mechanism at the Milesight NVR web-based management interface. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted http requests on the targeted device. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow remote attacker to account takeover on the targeted device.

Credit: vdisclose@cert-in.org.in

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Milesight ms-n5008-uc firmware<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight ms-n5008-uc firmware
Milesight ms-n1008-unc firmware<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight ms-n1008-unc firmware
Milesight MS-N1008-UC Firmware<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight ms-n1008-uc firmware
Milesight MS-N1004-UC<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight MS-N1004-UC Firmware
Milesight MS-N5016-E Firmware<75.9.0.18-r2
Milesight ms-n5016-e firmware
Milesight MS-N5008-E<75.9.0.18-r2
Milesight ms-n5008-e firmware
Milesight ms-n7016-uh firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight ms-n7016-uh firmware
Milesight ms-n7032-uh firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight ms-n7032-uh firmware
Milesight ms-n8064-uh firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight ms-n8064-uh firmware
Milesight MS-N8032-UH Firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight ms-n8032-uh firmware
Milesight MS-N1004-UC<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight MS-N1004-UC
Milesight MS-N1008 UPC<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight MS-N1008 UPC
Milesight MS-N1008-UNPC<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight MS-N1008-UNPC
Milesight ms-n5008-upc firmware<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight ms-n5008-upc firmware
Milesight MS-N5016-PE<75.9.0.18-r2
Milesight MS-N5016-PE
Milesight MS-N5008-PE<75.9.0.18-r2
Milesight MS-N5008-PE Firmware
Milesight ms-n7016-uph firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight ms-n7016-uph firmware
Milesight ms-n7032-uph<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight MS-N7032-UPH
Milesight ms-n7048-uph firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight ms-n7048-uph firmware
Milesight MS-Nxxxx-xxG firmware<77.9.0.18-r2
Milesight MS-Nxxxx Firmware<72.9.0.18-r2

Remedy

Update Milesight NVR firmware to latest version   https://www.milesight.com/support/download/firmware https://www.milesight.com/support/download/firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-30466?

    The severity of CVE-2023-30466 is considered to be high due to the potential for remote exploitation.

  • How can I fix CVE-2023-30466?

    To fix CVE-2023-30466, update the firmware of your Milesight NVR to the latest version that addresses the weak password reset mechanism.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2023-30466?

    CVE-2023-30466 affects multiple models of Milesight NVR, including the MS-N5008-UC, MS-N1008-UC, and MS-N1004-UC among others.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-30466?

    CVE-2023-30466 is a vulnerability associated with a weak password reset mechanism that can be exploited by remote attackers.

  • Can CVE-2023-30466 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2023-30466 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to gain unauthorized access to the affected devices.

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