CVE-2019-9564 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

A vulnerability in the authentication logic of Wyze Cam Pan v2, Cam v2, Cam v3 allows an attacker to bypass login and control the devices. This flaw impacts Wyze Cam Pan v2 (versions prior to 4.49.1.47), Wyze Cam v2 (versions prior to 4.9.8.1002), and Wyze Cam v3 (versions prior to 4.36.8.32).

Understanding CVE-2019-9564

This CVE identifies an authentication bypass vulnerability in Wyze security cameras.

What is CVE-2019-9564?

The CVE-2019-9564 vulnerability involves a flaw in the authentication system of Wyze Cam Pan v2, Cam v2, and Cam v3, allowing unauthorized users to bypass the login process and gain control over the devices.

The Impact of CVE-2019-9564

The vulnerability poses a high severity risk with a CVSS base score of 7.5. It has a high impact on confidentiality, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-9564

This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in the authentication system enables attackers to bypass the login process and take control of the affected Wyze cameras.

Affected Systems and Versions

Wyze Cam Pan v2 (versions prior to 4.49.1.47)
Wyze Cam v2 (versions prior to 4.9.8.1002)
Wyze Cam v3 (versions prior to 4.36.8.32)

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited remotely over a network without requiring any user interaction, making it a serious security concern.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting your devices from CVE-2019-9564 is crucial to maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the firmware of Wyze Cam Pan v2 to version 4.49.1.47.
Update the firmware of Wyze Cam v2 to version 4.9.8.1002.
Update the firmware of Wyze Cam v3 to version 4.36.8.32.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update firmware and software to patch known vulnerabilities.
Use strong, unique passwords for device access to prevent unauthorized entry.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all Wyze cameras are running the latest firmware versions to mitigate the risk of unauthorized access.