CVE-2017-2828 : Security Advisory and Response

This CVE-2017-2828 article provides insights into a command injection vulnerability affecting Foscam's Indoor IP Camera C1 Series.

Understanding CVE-2017-2828

What is CVE-2017-2828?

An exploitable command injection vulnerability was identified in the web management interface of the Foscam C1 Indoor HD Camera, allowing attackers to inject arbitrary shell characters during account creation.

The Impact of CVE-2017-2828

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 8.8 (High), with significant impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Attackers can exploit this flaw by sending a specially crafted HTTP request.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-2828

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the Foscam C1 Indoor HD Camera's web management interface enables command injection through specially crafted HTTP requests.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Indoor IP Camera C1 Series
Vendor: Foscam
Affected Version: Application firmware version 2.52.2.37

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: None
Scope: Unchanged
Impact: High (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update to the latest firmware version provided by Foscam.
Restrict network access to the camera to trusted sources.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update firmware and software to patch known vulnerabilities.
Implement strong password policies and avoid default credentials.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing periodically.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates provided by Foscam to address the command injection vulnerability.