CVE-2008-0399 in Surveillix
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple buffer overflows in Toshiba Surveillance (Surveillix) RecordSend ActiveX control (MeIpCamX.DLL 1.0.0.4) allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via long arguments to the (1) SetPort and (2) SetIpAddress methods.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/14/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-0399 affects the Toshiba Surveillance Surveillance software suite, specifically targeting the MeIpCamX.DLL ActiveX control version 1.0.0.4. This represents a critical security flaw that exposes users to remote code execution risks through improper input validation within the control's method implementations. The vulnerability manifests in two distinct attack vectors that leverage buffer overflow conditions, making it particularly dangerous for systems running vulnerable software.
The technical flaw resides in the improper handling of user-supplied input within the SetPort and SetIpAddress methods of the MeIpCamX.DLL ActiveX control. These methods fail to validate the length of incoming arguments, allowing attackers to provide excessively long strings that exceed the allocated buffer space. When the control processes these malformed inputs, the overflow conditions occur in memory locations adjacent to the intended buffer, potentially overwriting critical program execution data including return addresses and function pointers. This class of vulnerability maps directly to CWE-121, which describes stack-based buffer overflow conditions, and CWE-122, which covers heap-based buffer overflow scenarios that can occur with improper memory management.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple code execution, as it enables attackers to gain complete control over affected systems. Remote exploitation allows malicious actors to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user running the vulnerable ActiveX control, typically corresponding to the local system user context. This vulnerability is particularly concerning in enterprise environments where surveillance systems may be accessible from external networks, as it provides a potential entry point for attackers to compromise security monitoring infrastructure. The attack surface is broadened by the fact that ActiveX controls are commonly deployed in web browsers and corporate environments, increasing the likelihood of successful exploitation.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-0399 should focus on immediate remediation through software updates from Toshiba, as well as network-level defenses to prevent exploitation. Organizations should disable the vulnerable ActiveX control in browser environments and implement proper input validation controls at network boundaries. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190, which describes exploitation of vulnerabilities in ActiveX controls, and T1059, covering the execution of malicious code through compromised software components. System administrators should also consider implementing application whitelisting policies to prevent execution of untrusted ActiveX controls and monitor for suspicious network traffic patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts. Regular security assessments of embedded systems and surveillance infrastructure are essential to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities that may exist in other proprietary software components.