CVE-2020-25748 : Security Advisory and Response

A Cleartext Transmission issue was discovered on Rubetek RV-3406, RV-3409, and RV-3411 cameras, allowing interception and modification of unencrypted video data.

Understanding CVE-2020-25748

This CVE involves a security vulnerability in Rubetek cameras that can be exploited to intercept and modify video data.

What is CVE-2020-25748?

The vulnerability allows a malicious actor to intercept and modify video data transmitted by Rubetek cameras in an unencrypted form. It also enables the manipulation of responses from NTP and RTSP servers.

The Impact of CVE-2020-25748

The vulnerability poses a significant risk as it allows unauthorized access to video data and the potential for malicious alteration of camera settings.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-25748

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Rubetek cameras allows for the interception and modification of unencrypted video data, as well as manipulation of responses from NTP and RTSP servers.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Systems: Rubetek RV-3406, RV-3409, and RV-3411 cameras
Firmware Versions: v342, v339

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by a threat actor positioned in the middle to intercept and modify video data and manipulate server responses.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-25748 is crucial to prevent unauthorized access and data manipulation.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable remote access to the camera if not required
Implement encryption for video transmission
Regularly monitor and audit camera settings and configurations

Long-Term Security Practices

Keep camera firmware up to date
Implement strong network security measures
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Rubetek to address the vulnerability