ZDI-CAN-21320: ZDI-24-046: D-Link DCS-8300LHV2 RTSP ValidateAuthorizationHeader Username Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jan 11, 2024
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Updated

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DCS-8300LHV2 IP cameras. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of the Authorization header by the RTSP server, which listens on TCP port 554. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DCS-8300LHV2 IP cameras. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 8.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2023-51626.

ZDI

Affected Software

1 affected component
D-Link DCS-8300LHV2

Event History

Jan 11, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·06:00 AM
Description
Feb 27, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·06:44 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-21320?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-21320 is considered critical due to the potential for arbitrary code execution without authentication.

2

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-21320?

To fix ZDI-CAN-21320, update your D-Link DCS-8300LHV2 IP camera to the latest firmware version provided by the manufacturer.

3

Who is affected by the ZDI-CAN-21320 vulnerability?

The ZDI-CAN-21320 vulnerability affects users of the D-Link DCS-8300LHV2 IP camera.

4

Can ZDI-CAN-21320 be exploited remotely?

Yes, ZDI-CAN-21320 can be exploited remotely by network-adjacent attackers.

5

Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-CAN-21320?

No, authentication is not required to exploit the ZDI-CAN-21320 vulnerability.

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