CVE-2019-12919 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Shenzhen Cylan Clever Dog Smart Camera models DOG-2W and DOG-2W-V4 are vulnerable to unauthorized access on the local network through the HTTP service on port 8000.

Understanding CVE-2019-12919

The vulnerability allows unauthenticated individuals to access the camera's video archive stored on the external memory card.

What is CVE-2019-12919?

The Shenzhen Cylan Clever Dog Smart Camera models DOG-2W and DOG-2W-V4 are susceptible to unauthorized access by an individual on the local network through the HTTP service running on port 8000. This access does not require authentication and allows viewing or downloading of the stored video archive.

The Impact of CVE-2019-12919

Unauthorized users can access sensitive video footage stored on the camera's external memory card, compromising privacy and security.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-12919

The following technical details outline the vulnerability in more depth:

Vulnerability Description

Attacker can access the internal SD card via the HTTP service on port 8000
The HTTP web server on the camera enables viewing and downloading of the video archive

Affected Systems and Versions

Shenzhen Cylan Clever Dog Smart Camera models DOG-2W and DOG-2W-V4
Versions: Not specified

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized access through the HTTP service on port 8000

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your devices and data with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable remote access to the camera
Change default passwords and set strong, unique credentials
Regularly update camera firmware

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement network segmentation to isolate IoT devices
Monitor network traffic for suspicious activities
Conduct regular security audits and assessments

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by the camera manufacturer