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

Published Apr 28, 2023
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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.

Affected Software

40 affected components
Milesight Ms-n5008-uc Firmware<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n5008-uc
Milesight Ms-n1008-unc Firmware<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n1008-unc
Milesight Ms-n1008-uc Firmware<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n1008-uc
Milesight Ms-n1004-uc Firmware<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n1004-uc
Milesight Ms-n5016-e Firmware<75.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n5016-e
Milesight Ms-n5008-e Firmware<75.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n5008-e
Milesight Ms-n7016-uh Firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n7016-uh
Milesight Ms-n7032-uh Firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n7032-uh
Milesight Ms-n8064-uh Firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n8064-uh
Milesight Ms-n8032-uh Firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n8032-uh
Milesight Ms-n1004-upc Firmware<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n1004-upc
Milesight Ms-n1008-upc Firmware<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n1008-upc
Milesight Ms-n1008-unpc Firmware<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n1008-unpc
Milesight Ms-n5008-upc Firmware<73.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n5008-upc
Milesight Ms-n5016-pe Firmware<75.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n5016-pe
Milesight Ms-n5008-pe Firmware<75.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n5008-pe
Milesight Ms-n7016-uph Firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n7016-uph
Milesight Ms-n7032-uph Firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n7032-uph
Milesight Ms-n7048-uph Firmware<71.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-n7048-uph
Milesight Ms-nxxxx-xxg Firmware<77.9.0.18-r2
Milesight Ms-nxxxx-xxt Firmware<72.9.0.18-r2

Remediation

Information

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

Event History

Apr 28, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:06 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:06 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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