CVE-2018-19864 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

NUUO NVRmini2 Network Video Recorder firmware up to version 3.9.1 has a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute unauthorized commands or disrupt services through buffer overflow.

Understanding CVE-2018-19864

NUUO NVRmini2 Network Video Recorder firmware vulnerability

What is CVE-2018-19864?

The firmware of NUUO NVRmini2 Network Video Recorder, up to version 3.9.1, has a vulnerability that can be exploited by remote attackers to execute unauthorized commands or disrupt the service by overflowing the buffer. This can lead to unauthorized access to camera feeds or changes in the device's configuration.

The Impact of CVE-2018-19864

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service
Unauthorized access to camera feeds or device reconfiguration

Technical Details of CVE-2018-19864

Details of the vulnerability

Vulnerability Description

The NUUO NVRmini2 Network Video Recorder firmware through version 3.9.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through buffer overflow, resulting in the ability to read camera feeds or reconfigure the device.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: NUUO NVRmini2 Network Video Recorder
Versions affected: Up to version 3.9.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Remote attackers exploit buffer overflow to execute unauthorized commands

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting against CVE-2018-19864

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the firmware to the latest version provided by NUUO
Implement network segmentation to limit exposure
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update firmware and security patches
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing

Patching and Updates

NUUO provides patches and updates to address the vulnerability