CVE-2020-19643 : Security Advisory and Response

This CVE involves a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in INSMA Wifi Mini Spy 1080P HD Security IP Camera 1.9.7 B that allows malicious actors to exploit all fields in the FTP settings page.

Understanding CVE-2020-19643

This vulnerability was made public on March 28, 2021.

What is CVE-2020-19643?

CVE-2020-19643 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the INSMA Wifi Mini Spy 1080P HD Security IP Camera 1.9.7 B, specifically through the FTP settings page.

The Impact of CVE-2020-19643

The vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the FTP settings page, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-19643

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The XSS vulnerability in INSMA Wifi Mini Spy 1080P HD Security IP Camera 1.9.7 B enables attackers to execute malicious scripts via the FTP settings page.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: INSMA Wifi Mini Spy 1080P HD Security IP Camera
Version: 1.9.7 B

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts into any field within the FTP settings page, leading to potential security breaches.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-19643 is crucial to maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable FTP settings if not essential
Regularly monitor for unauthorized access

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement input validation to prevent script injections
Keep systems updated with the latest security patches
Conduct regular security audits
Educate users on safe browsing practices

Patching and Updates

Ensure that the INSMA Wifi Mini Spy 1080P HD Security IP Camera is updated with the latest firmware to patch the XSS vulnerability.