CVE-2018-6413 : Security Advisory and Response

The Hikvision Camera DS-2CD9111-S V4.1.2 build 160203 and earlier is vulnerable to a buffer overflow issue that can be exploited for a denial of service attack.

Understanding CVE-2018-6413

This CVE involves a buffer overflow vulnerability in the Hikvision Camera DS-2CD9111-S, allowing remote attackers to disrupt services.

What is CVE-2018-6413?

The Hikvision Camera DS-2CD9111-S V4.1.2 build 160203 and earlier is susceptible to a buffer overflow, enabling malicious actors to trigger a denial of service attack.

The Impact of CVE-2018-6413

Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to a service interruption by sending a specially crafted request through the network setting interface.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-6413

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The buffer overflow in the Hikvision Camera DS-2CD9111-S V4.1.2 build 160203 allows remote attackers to launch a denial of service attack.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: DS-2CD9111-S
Vendor: Hikvision
Vulnerable Version: V4.1.2 build 160203

Exploitation Mechanism

Malicious individuals can exploit this vulnerability by sending a specifically designed request through the network setting interface.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-6413 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply vendor-supplied patches or updates promptly.
Implement network segmentation to limit exposure.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update firmware and software to patch known vulnerabilities.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all devices running the affected version of the Hikvision Camera DS-2CD9111-S are updated with the latest patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation.