CVE-2007-5214 in 2100 Network Camera
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in the AXIS 2100 Network Camera 2.02 with firmware 2.43 and earlier allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via (1) the PATH_INFO to the default URI associated with a directory, as demonstrated by (a) the root directory and (b) the view/ directory; (2) parameters associated with saved settings, as demonstrated by (c) the conf_Network_HostName parameter on the Network page and (d) the conf_Layout_OwnTitle parameter to ServerManager.srv; and (3) the query string to ServerManager.srv, which is displayed on the logs page. NOTE: an attacker can leverage a CSRF vulnerability to modify saved settings.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/31/2017
The CVE-2007-5214 vulnerability represents a critical cross-site scripting weakness in the AXIS 2100 Network Camera firmware version 2.43 and earlier, exposing organizations to significant remote exploitation risks. This vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the camera's web interface, which fails to properly sanitize user-supplied data before incorporating it into dynamic web content. The flaw specifically affects the camera's handling of PATH_INFO parameters, saved settings parameters, and query strings, creating multiple attack vectors that can be exploited by remote adversaries without requiring authentication or physical access to the device.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability manifests through three primary attack vectors that collectively demonstrate the camera's insufficient security controls. The first vector involves manipulation of PATH_INFO parameters directed to the default URI associated with directories, particularly affecting both the root directory and view/ directory structures. The second vector targets parameters related to saved settings, specifically the conf_Network_HostName parameter on the Network page and the conf_Layout_OwnTitle parameter within ServerManager.srv, while the third vector exploits query strings passed to ServerManager.srv that appear on the logs page. These attack surfaces all suffer from the same fundamental flaw: the absence of proper input sanitization that would prevent malicious script code from being executed within the context of authenticated users' browsers.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft or defacement, as it enables attackers to execute arbitrary code within the browser context of users interacting with the camera's web interface. This capability allows for session hijacking, credential theft, and the potential for further network reconnaissance and lateral movement. The vulnerability's exploitation is particularly concerning because it affects network cameras that are often deployed in sensitive locations such as industrial facilities, retail environments, and security installations where unauthorized access could compromise physical security systems. The fact that an attacker can leverage a CSRF vulnerability to modify saved settings further amplifies the threat, as it provides a mechanism for persistent modifications that could remain undetected for extended periods.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including firmware updates to versions that address the XSS vulnerabilities, network segmentation to isolate affected devices from critical systems, and the implementation of web application firewalls to detect and block malicious payloads. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-79, which specifically addresses cross-site scripting flaws, and follows attack patterns consistent with ATT&CK technique T1566 related to spearphishing attachments and links. Additionally, the vulnerability demonstrates characteristics of T1071.004, which covers application layer protocol traffic, as attackers can manipulate HTTP parameters to inject malicious content. Security monitoring should focus on identifying unusual network traffic patterns, particularly HTTP requests containing script tags or suspicious parameter combinations, while regular vulnerability assessments should be conducted to identify similar issues in other networked security devices that may present analogous attack surfaces.