CVE-2020-9501 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2020-9501, a vulnerability in Dahua Web P2P control allowing attackers to obtain Cloud Key information, potentially leading to unauthorized access and resource consumption. Find out how to mitigate the risk.
Dahua Web P2P Control Information Leakage Vulnerability
Understanding CVE-2020-9501
What is CVE-2020-9501?
Attackers can exploit a vulnerability in Dahua Web P2P control to obtain Cloud Key information, potentially leading to unauthorized access and resource consumption.
The Impact of CVE-2020-9501
The vulnerability allows attackers to impersonate clients, compromising the connection between client tools and the platform, resulting in additional server resource consumption.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-9501
Vulnerability Description
Attackers can extract Cloud Key data from Dahua Web P2P control, enabling unauthorized access and potential misuse of platform resources.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Products: Web P2P control, P2P platform server, client tools
- Versions: Build time before April 2020
Exploitation Mechanism
The leakage of Cloud Key information can be exploited by attackers to impersonate clients and gain unauthorized access to the platform.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected systems to versions built after April 2020
- Monitor platform connections for suspicious activities
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement strong authentication mechanisms
- Regularly audit and review access controls
Patching and Updates
Apply patches provided by Dahua to address the vulnerability.